ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC is reportedly set to open talks on a new AC Milan contract that would tie him to the club until he was 41.
The Swedish legend, 39, added another historic landmark to his incredible career by surpassing the 500-goal mark on Sunday.
Zlatan ibrahimovic will open talks with Milan over a new deal in the coming monthsCredit: Rex Features
He scored twice as Serie A leaders Milan thrashed Crotone 4-0 at the San Siro.
Following his second goal, he was caught gesturing towards the stands where club directors Paolo Maldini and Ricky Massara were seated.
Milan boss Stefano Pioli revealed afterwards he wanted to keep the veteran, saying: Milan boss Stefano Pioli revealed afterwards he wanted to keep the veteran, saying: “Seeing how Ibra trains, we can’t be surprised, because he’s a champion.
“It’s difficult to maintain his current form, as when he’s been in shape and started, he almost always scored two goals, but this is what he’s like.
“Zlatan is happy with us and I think the best thing about this team is that the players are happy.
“We are with a huge club, everyone wants to do well and I think it’s right that he continues playing, and that he does it with us.
“He is an athlete who is highly motivated, is scrupulous in the way he looks after his body with everything from diet to recovery.
“He’s tired, but you don’t stay at this level for this long without looking after yourself.”
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He added: “It’s almost a race nowadays between the players to get to training early and leave later than anyone else. We’re enjoying ourselves and want to give our best.”
Today Maldini has confirmed that Milan want to keep Ibrahimovic after the end of the campaign.
And they plan to hold talks with the superstar, who has played for the likes of Barcelona, Manchester United and PSG in the past, and his agent Mino Raiola over the coming months.
Ibrahimovic’s latest goal exploits helped keep Milan two points clear at the top of the table after 21 matches.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
