Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Born: October 3, 1981 (age 42)
Height: 6' 4.5" (195cm)
Hometown: Malmo, Sweden
Nationality:
Swedish
![Sweden Sweden](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Position: Centre-forward
![Zlatan Ibrahimovic Zlatan Ibrahimovic](https://b.smimg.net/df11/142173.png)
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Career History | ||
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Youth | 1996-1999 | Malmo |
Senior | 1999-2001 | Malmo |
2001-2004 | Ajax | |
2004-2006 | Juventus | |
2006-2009 | Inter Milan | |
2009-2011 | Barcelona | |
→ 2010-2011 | AC Milan (loan) | |
2011-2012 | AC Milan | |
2012-2016 | Paris Saint-Germain | |
2016-2017 | Manchester United | |
2017-2018 | Manchester United | |
2018-2019 | Los Angeles Galaxy | |
2020-2023 | AC Milan | |
International | 2001-2016 | Sweden |
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Man United confirm their new number nine for the 2024-25 campaign
Manchester United confirm Denmark international Rasmus Hojlund as their new number nine for the 2024-25 campaign.
Jul 24, 15:35
![Lille coach Paulo Fonseca on April 18, 2024 Lille coach Paulo Fonseca on April 18, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Rapid Vienna vs. AC Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Rapid Vienna and AC Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 18, 13:00
![Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo in action on June 22, 2024 (IMAGO) Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo in action on June 22, 2024 (IMAGO)](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Who are the leading goalscorers in the history of the European Championship?
Sports Mole rounds up the all-time top scorers list in the European Championship, with England's Harry Kane moving onto seven goals at Euro 2024.
Jul 17, 18:45
![Bologna's Joshua Zirkzee on May 11, 2024 Bologna's Joshua Zirkzee on May 11, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man United transfer news: Joshua Zirkzee 'requests' iconic shirt number
Manchester United-bound Joshua Zirkzee reportedly asks for the number nine shirt at Old Trafford, previously worn by Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Eric Cantona.
Jul 13, 08:43
![AC Milan advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic in April 2024. AC Milan advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic in April 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Man United transfer news: Ibrahimovic hands Red Devils £34m forward boost
Manchester United seemingly receive a boost in their efforts to sign a new striker after a revelation made by Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Jul 9, 10:05
![Chelsea forward Armando Broja celebrates scoring against Preston North End on January 6, 2024. Chelsea forward Armando Broja celebrates scoring against Preston North End on January 6, 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Unwanted Chelsea attacker reveals "offers" for summer transfer
Chelsea forward Armando Broja reveals the leagues of clubs that he has received offers to join as the Blues continue to try to cash in on the academy graduate.
Jul 3, 10:04
![Italy's Paolo Maldini pictured at Euro 1996 Italy's Paolo Maldini pictured at Euro 1996](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
The greatest one-club players of all time - Maldini, Adams, Altinordu
To celebrate Paolo Maldini's 56th birthday, Sports Mole picks out some of the greatest one-club men of all time.
Jun 26, 10:14
![France's Aurelien Tchouameni celebrates scoring their first goal with Kylian Mbappe and Theo Hernandez on September 7, 2023 France's Aurelien Tchouameni celebrates scoring their first goal with Kylian Mbappe and Theo Hernandez on September 7, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'battling' Bayern Munich for £60m-rated Frenchman
Chelsea reportedly show an interest in signing AC Milan's France international Theo Hernandez as Enzo Maresca seeks to bolster his left-back options.
Jun 22, 09:21
![Italy's Gennaro Gattuso in action with France's Thierry Henry and Karim Benzema on June 17, 2008 [IMAGO] Italy's Gennaro Gattuso in action with France's Thierry Henry and Karim Benzema on June 17, 2008 [IMAGO]](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Euro 2024: What is a Group of Death?
Sports Mole takes a look what constitutes a Group of Death in football terms and ranks the five biggest Groups of Death from the last five European Championships.
Jun 15, 06:55
![Lille coach Paulo Fonseca reacts on December 14, 2023 Lille coach Paulo Fonseca reacts on December 14, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
AC Milan confirm appointment of Zlatan Ibrahimovic-endorsed Paulo Fonseca and harm Manchester United transfer plans
AC Milan announce the appointment of former Roma and Lille head coach Paulo Fonseca as their new manager following Stefano Pioli's departure.
Jun 13, 13:47
![Barcelona forward Antoine Griezmann pictured on January 17, 2021 Barcelona forward Antoine Griezmann pictured on January 17, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Barcelona's most expensive signings ever
Sports Mole looks at the most expensive signings in Barcelona's illustrious history.
Jun 5, 20:28
![AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli on April 18, 2024 AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli on April 18, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: AC Milan vs. Salernitana - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Serie A clash between AC Milan and Salernitana, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 23, 16:35
![Inter Milan players celebrate winning their 20th Serie A title after the match on April 22, 2024 Inter Milan players celebrate winning their 20th Serie A title after the match on April 22, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Inter Milan vs. Lazio - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Serie A clash between Inter Milan and Lazio, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 17, 17:33
![Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after helping his side to victory in the 2018 Champions League final in Kiev Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after helping his side to victory in the 2018 Champions League final in Kiev](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
UEFA Champions League all-time top scorers
Sports Mole rounds up the all-time top scorers list in the Champions League, a collection of legends led by two of the greatest of all time in Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
May 7, 22:01
![Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring their third goal on April 16, 2024 Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring their third goal on April 16, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Kylian Mbappe moves into top 10 of all-time Champions League top-scorers list
Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe moves into the top 10 of the Champions League all-time top-scorers list with his brace against Barcelona in the quarter-final second leg.
Apr 17, 09:53
![Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres celebrates scoring their fourth goal on March 17, 2024 Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres celebrates scoring their fourth goal on March 17, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal, Chelsea 'alerted to possible half-price deal for Viktor Gyokeres'
Arsenal and Chelsea are reportedly among the clubs who are alerted to a potential opportunity to sign Sporting Lisbon forward Viktor Gyokeres for a fee lower than his release clause.
Mar 25, 15:38
![Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring their first goal on March 5, 2024 Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring their first goal on March 5, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Champions League 40-goal club: Kylian Mbappe draws level with Eusebio, Filippo Inzaghi
Kylian Mbappe's brace for Paris Saint-Germain against Real Sociedad sees him move level with Eusebio and Filippo Inzaghi in the list of all-time Champions League top scorers.
Mar 5, 23:36
![Arsenal's David Ospina, Nacho Monreal and Granit Xhaka look dejected after Bayern Munich's Arjen Robben scores their second goal on March 7, 2017 Arsenal's David Ospina, Nacho Monreal and Granit Xhaka look dejected after Bayern Munich's Arjen Robben scores their second goal on March 7, 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
A closer look at Arsenal's previous Champions League last-16 failures
Ahead of Arsenal's Champions League last-16 first leg with Porto, Sports Mole looks at the Gunners' recent failures to progress past this stage of Europe's top tournament.
Feb 21, 12:15
![AC Milan's Chaka Traore celebrates scoring their third goal with teammates on January 7, 2024 AC Milan's Chaka Traore celebrates scoring their third goal with teammates on January 7, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: AC Milan vs. Bologna - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Serie A clash between AC Milan and Bologna, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 25, 14:54
![Al-Ittihad new signing Karim Benzema waves to fans as he holds the Ballon d'Or trophy during his presentation on June 7, 2023 Al-Ittihad new signing Karim Benzema waves to fans as he holds the Ballon d'Or trophy during his presentation on June 7, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Rio Ferdinand urges Manchester United to move for Karim Benzema
Former Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand urges the Red Devils to make an attempt to sign experienced striker Karim Benzema from Al-Ittihad.
Jan 17, 15:28
![Roony Bardghji celebrates scoring for Copenhagen in November 2023 Roony Bardghji celebrates scoring for Copenhagen in November 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Roony Bardghji agent confirms interest from "major clubs" amid Chelsea links
The agent of Copenhagen starlet Roony Bardghji confirms that "major clubs" are keeping tabs on the attacker amid reported interest from the likes of Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion.
Nov 23, 16:49
![Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) Warren Zaire-Emery celebrates scoring their second goal with Marquinhos on November 3, 2023 Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) Warren Zaire-Emery celebrates scoring their second goal with Marquinhos on November 3, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Monaco - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Ligue 1 clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Monaco, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 22, 10:01
![Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins on September 16, 2023 Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins on September 16, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
AC Milan 'join Arsenal, Chelsea in Ollie Watkins race'
AC Milan reportedly join Arsenal and Chelsea in the race to sign Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins, who extended his Lions contract until 2028 earlier this month.
Oct 19, 12:13
![Manchester United's Scott McTominay celebrates scoring against Brentford on October 7, 2023 Manchester United's Scott McTominay celebrates scoring against Brentford on October 7, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League Team of the Week - Mohamed Salah, Declan Rice, Scott McTominay
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week for gameweek eight, including Mohamed Salah, Declan Rice and Scott McTominay.
Oct 8, 21:08
![Newcastle United's Alexander Isak celebrates scoring their first goal on October 8, 2023 Newcastle United's Alexander Isak celebrates scoring their first goal on October 8, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Eddie Howe hails "outstanding" Alexander Isak after "frustrating" West Ham United draw
Eddie Howe heaps praise on striker Alexander Isak after he scored a brace in Newcastle United's 2-2 draw with West Ham United in the Premier League on Sunday.
Oct 8, 17:32
![Sweden's Dejan Kulusevski celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on September 9, 2023 Sweden's Dejan Kulusevski celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on September 9, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Sweden vs. Austria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Euro Champ Qualifying clash between Sweden and Austria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 10, 08:33
![AC Milan's Rafael Leao celebrates their first goal on February 14, 2023 AC Milan's Rafael Leao celebrates their first goal on February 14, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Bologna vs. AC Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Serie A clash between Bologna and AC Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 19, 10:32
![Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford on March 9, 2023 Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford on March 9, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Marcus Rashford wants to become Manchester United captain in the future
English attacker Marcus Rashford expresses a desire to captain Manchester United at some stage in the future.
Jul 26, 08:20
![Folarin Balogun celebrates scoring for the USA on June 19, 2023 Folarin Balogun celebrates scoring for the USA on June 19, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
AC Milan to rival Inter Milan for Arsenal's Folarin Balogun?
AC Milan reportedly prepare to rival Inter Milan for the signature of £50m-rated Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun, who netted 22 goals with Reims last season.
Jul 16, 15:29
![Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with the trophy after winning the World Cup on December 18, 2022 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with the trophy after winning the World Cup on December 18, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Inter Miami officially unveil Lionel Messi
Inter Miami officially announce the signing of Lionel Messi on a free transfer, with the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner expected to make his debut on July 21.
Jul 15, 19:25
![Vancouver Whitecaps forward Brian White (24) celebrates with teammates on June 24, 2023 Vancouver Whitecaps forward Brian White (24) celebrates with teammates on June 24, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Los Angeles Galaxy - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Major League Soccer clash between Vancouver Whitecaps and Los Angeles Galaxy, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 13, 21:00
![Los Angeles Galaxy (LA Galaxy) forward Preston Judd (31) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal on June 21, 2023 Los Angeles Galaxy (LA Galaxy) forward Preston Judd (31) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal on June 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Los Angeles Galaxy vs. Los Angeles FC - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Major League Soccer clash between Los Angeles Galaxy and Los Angeles FC, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 2, 08:15
![Belgium forward Romelu Lukaku during Croatia game at World Cup on December 1, 2022. Belgium forward Romelu Lukaku during Croatia game at World Cup on December 1, 2022.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
AC Milan planning surprise Romelu Lukaku swoop?
AC Milan reportedly consider a shock move for Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku, who wants to return to city rivals Inter Milan following his 2022-23 loan spell.
Jun 24, 09:49
![France's Marcus Thuram pictured on December 18, 2022 France's Marcus Thuram pictured on December 18, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Manchester United, Liverpool 'fall behind in Marcus Thuram race'
Manchester United and Liverpool reportedly fall behind AC Milan in the race to sign France international Marcus Thuram.
Jun 22, 18:45
![Sandro Tonali in action for AC Milan on September 14, 2022 Sandro Tonali in action for AC Milan on September 14, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Newcastle United 'make big-money bid for AC Milan midfielder Sandro Tonali'
Newcastle United allegedly make a big-money approach for AC Milan midfielder Sandro Tonali as Eddie Howe bids to strengthen in the centre of the pitch.
Jun 21, 12:38
![AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates scoring their second goal on September 12, 2021 AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates scoring their second goal on September 12, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Zlatan Ibrahimovic's top 10 goals of all time
Sports Mole counts down the 10 best goals of Zlatan Ibrahimovic's distinguished career following the 41-year-old's retirement from football.
Jun 6, 09:15
![AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates after Junior Messias scores their second goal on February 26, 2023 AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates after Junior Messias scores their second goal on February 26, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
AC Milan's Zlatan Ibrahimovic retires from football aged 41
Legendary AC Milan and Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic announces his retirement from professional football at the age of 41.
Jun 4, 23:19
![Paris Saint-Germain attacker Lionel Messi warms up on May 27, 2023 Paris Saint-Germain attacker Lionel Messi warms up on May 27, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Sports Mole's out-of-contract XI - Lionel Messi, N'Golo Kante, Karim Benzema
Sports Mole selects a best XI from soon-to-be free agents, including Lionel Messi, N'Golo Kante and Karim Benzema.
Jun 4, 12:02
![AC Milan's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on April 15, 2023 AC Milan's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on April 15, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: AC Milan vs. Hellas Verona - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Serie A clash between AC Milan and Hellas Verona, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 2, 15:34
![Manuel Locatelli in action for Juventus on October 8, 2022 Manuel Locatelli in action for Juventus on October 8, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Juventus vs. AC Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Serie A clash between Juventus and AC Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 26, 19:39