Zlatan Ibrahimovic Retires from International Football, Leaves Open Door for AC Milan Return

Zlatan Ibrahimovic Retires from International Football, Leaves Open Door for AC Milan ReturnZlatan Ibrahimovic Retires from International Football, Leaves Open Door for AC Milan Return Legendary striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to an illustrious career with the Swedish national team. In a statement released on Thursday, Ibrahimovic said: “I have always played with passion and commitment for the Swedish team, but it is time for me to move on. I have given it all and I have nothing more to give.” The 39-year-old forward made 116 appearances for Sweden, scoring 62 goals. He is the country’s all-time leading goalscorer and was named Swedish Footballer of the Year a record 12 times. Ibrahimovic represented Sweden at five major tournaments, including the 2002, 2006, and 2018 FIFA World Cups. He played a crucial role in his country’s success at the 2012 European Championship, where they reached the semi-finals. While Ibrahimovic has retired from international football, he has left open the possibility of returning to club football with AC Milan. The Swedish superstar played for the Rossoneri from 2010 to 2012, scoring 61 goals in 85 appearances. “I still have the passion and the desire to play,” Ibrahimovic said. “I am not ready to hang up my boots yet. If the right opportunity comes up, I will consider it.” Ibrahimovic’s potential return to Milan would be a huge boost for the Italian giants, who are seeking to reclaim their former glory. The striker has remained in good form despite his age, scoring 24 goals in 30 Serie A appearances for the Rossoneri last season. Whether Ibrahimovic returns to Milan or not remains to be seen. However, his retirement from international football marks the end of an era for the Swedish national team and opens the door for a possible return to one of his most successful clubs.