Zlatan Ibrahimovic has returned to AC Milan as an advisor to the Italian club, team owner RedBird Capital Partners has confirmed. In a statement, the American investment company announced that the former Swedish striker, who won numerous trophies in Italy, will be “a senior advisor to the management and owners of AC Milan”.
At 42, Ibrahimovic will also serve as “Operating Partner” for RedBird’s sports, media and entertainment investment portfolio. According to RedBird, Ibrahimovic’s tenure at Milan will include player development, high-performance coaching, strengthening AC Milan’s global brand and promoting important strategic projects, including the club’s new stadium.
At RedBird, Ibrahimovic will also be responsible for finding and evaluating new investment opportunities for the company, and will advise RedBird’s portfolio companies on commercial projects, digital content strategies and construction initiatives. strategic brands.
Ibrahimovic ended his playing career at the end of last season, marred by injuries and just one goal scored for AC Milan. The goal, scored in the 3-1 win over Udinese in March, made him the oldest goalscorer in Serie A history.
The Swedish striker has played a key role in AC Milan’s resurgence in recent years, helping to return the club to the pinnacle of Italian football and winning the Serie A title in 2022. He previously won the Scudetto with Milan 11 years ago, but the club then suffered a period of stagnation and financial problems before revitalizing under current coach Stefano Pioli.
Throughout his career, Ibrahimovic has won championship titles in several countries, including the Netherlands, Italy, Spain and France. However, his only major European trophy is the Europa League won with Manchester United in 2017.
Ibrahimovic returns to AC Milan with the team currently nine points behind Serie A leaders Inter Milan and facing elimination at the Champions League group stage. His return as an advisor will therefore bring valuable experience and strategic support to help the club regain all its splendor.