Zlatan Flourishing in Advisory Position, States 'I No Longer Miss Playing Football'
New Delhi, Dec 9 (NationPress) Zlatan Ibrahimovic officially retired in the summer of 2023, concluding a remarkable 24-year playing career. Nevertheless, the ex-Sweden striker quickly transitioned back to the club, assuming an advisory position under the guidance of Milan's new American owners.
After a distinguished career that spanned decades, Zlatan is satisfied with his new role and asserts that he no longer misses football.
“Since I accepted not to play anymore, it's OK. I am [at] peace with it. So, that's why I don't miss playing football. What I mean [when I say] I get frustrated and cannot be on the field, it's because of my experience, because of who I am, because of what I am able to do; that is more where I get frustrated. But it's not like I miss playing the game,” Zlatan expressed to uefa.com.
The Swedish forward netted 511 goals in 866 club appearances and 62 in 122 for Sweden, amassing numerous accolades across Europe. Now at the age of 43, the former Ajax, Juventus, Inter, Barcelona, Paris, and Manchester United star discussed his aspirations for the future with the Rossoneri.
“I believe in the project, I believe in what Milan stands for, I believe I share the same vision as the people working and the ownership because they want to [do] amazing things. They're aiming to make history, winning, and when it comes to winning, that is where I feel I am alive because I want to win, I'll do anything to win, and I don't give up until I win.
“I played for many clubs – amazing clubs, great clubs, great teams – and the club that gave me most in my career is Milan. I was here two [times] and what Milan stands for, I really like it. What I went through the first time, they gave me happiness when I played in Milan. The second time, they gave me love and I feel I just want to give back,” he concluded.
