We have some sad news from the football world.
Zlatan IbrahimovicThe AC Milan and Swedish superstar striker sadly announced his retirement on Sunday.
With his contract expiring at the end of June and no plans to extend his injury-hit season, the 41-year-old has announced the end of his illustrious career.
Ibrahimovic said at a press conference that he had kept the announcement a secret until now.
“Even my family didn’t know, because they wanted everyone to hear it at the same time when I announced it,” Ibrahimovic said.
Ibrahimovic achieved records during his two stays at AC Milan 93 goals in 163 appearances. He helped Milan win Serie A last season, the second league title he won with Rossoneri. Ibrahimovic scored 561 goals for club and country combined. He is Sweden’s all-time top scorer with 62 international goals (121 appearances).
Throughout his career, he played for multiple sexy brands including Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain, Ajax Amsterdam, Milan, Inter Milan and LA Galaxy.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic:
“It’s time to say goodbye.”
I will miss you forever and 𝐀𝐋𝐖𝐀𝐈𝐙❤️🖤
Good luck with your retirement 👏 pic.twitter.com/vF0w3kCKU9
— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) June 4, 2023
By the way, I love that Zlatan gave us this gem during the announcement (in typical Zlatan fashion).
Zlatan Ibrahimovic tells booing Verona fans:
“Keep booing. This is the biggest moment of the year to see me.”
Classic Zlatan 😂😂 pic.twitter.com/09F9hgXxjc
— WGM 🇮🇹🏆 (@WhatGattusoMad) June 4, 2023
I still remember the first time I heard about Zlatan.
Since then, I love him. (Related: Patrick Kane undergoes hip resurfacing surgery, recovery will take 4-6 months)
I will really miss you, Zlatan! Enjoy your retirement!
