Zlatan Ibrahimovic Returns to Milanello After Six Months Away to Watch Ruben Amorim's Squad
Zlatan Ibrahimovic Back at Milanello
Zlatan Ibrahimovic made a notable return to AC Milan's training ground, Milanello, ending a six-month absence. The Swedish legend was seen observing the first-team squad during their morning session, marking his first visit since a period of turmoil at the club.
Observing Training Ahead of Europe
Reports from Sky Sport Italia confirm that Ibrahimovic attended the training session on Monday morning. He closely watched the players as they trained under the direction of head coach Ruben Amorim. His presence comes just days before Milan's UEFA Europa League opener against Benfica on Wednesday, providing a welcome morale boost for the team.
Background to the Absence
The last time Ibrahimovic was at Milanello, tensions were high following a confrontation with former Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri. This period coincided with Milan's struggle in Serie A, where they ended the season in fifth place and missed out on Champions League qualification. Allegri was dismissed soon after the campaign ended.
Continued Role Despite Distance
After this clash, Ibrahimovic stepped back from daily involvement with the club. Many thought his future at Milan was uncertain, especially as he spent the summer working as a pundit for Fox Sports during the World Cup and missed significant club events like Franco Baresi's tribute.
Yet, summer talks helped clear the air, and Ibrahimovic has resumed his role within the club. Although absent from Milanello, he remained an important figure behind the scenes, continuing his collaboration with owner Gerry Cardinale and acting as a key advisor for RedBird. Now fully engaged again, he serves as a bridge between management and the sporting side.
Milan’s Current Form
In Serie A, Milan sits fifth with eight points from four matches. They started strong with wins over Torino and Venezia but have stumbled with draws on the road against Juventus and Lazio. After facing Benfica in Europe midweek, Amorim’s squad will host Lecce at San Siro before the international break.
- Upcoming Matches:
- 16 Sept 2026, 22:00: AC Milan vs Benfica (UEFA Europa League)
- 20 Sept 2026, 21:45: AC Milan vs Lecce (Serie A)
