Zlatan Ibrahimovic Returns to Milanello After Six Months to Watch Ruben Amorim's Squad
Zlatan Ibrahimovic Returns to Milanello
Zlatan Ibrahimovic made a notable return to AC Milan's training ground, Milanello, after being absent for six months. On Monday morning, the Swedish legend was seen observing the first team under the guidance of head coach Ruben Amorim.
Back in Action at a Critical Moment
This marks Ibrahimovic's first visit to Milanello since internal changes shook the club earlier this year. Reports from Sky Sport Italia confirm he came to watch the squad prepare ahead of their upcoming UEFA Europa League fixture against Benfica, scheduled for Wednesday. His presence brought a boost to the players' morale as they get ready for this important European challenge.
From Past Tensions to Present Collaboration
The reason behind Ibrahimovic's half-year absence ties back to a clash with former Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri. That confrontation coincided with a tough spell for the team, which ended the Serie A season in fifth place and missed out on Champions League qualification. Allegri was dismissed shortly after the season ended.
Following this period, Ibrahimovic stepped back from daily involvement and was thought to be distancing himself from the club. He spent the summer working as a pundit during the World Cup and skipped major club events, including Franco Baresi’s tribute.
Yet, after discussions over the summer, Ibrahimovic has reengaged fully with Milan. Despite his physical absence, he remained influential behind the scenes as an advisor to club owner Gerry Cardinale and continues to play a vital role connecting management and the sporting side.
Current Team Status
In Serie A, Milan currently hold fifth place with eight points from four matches. The campaign started strong with wins over Torino and Venezia but was followed by draws away at Juventus and Lazio. After facing Benfica in the Europa League, Amorim’s squad will host Lecce at San Siro before the international break.
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