ITALY
Emotional farewell message from Zlatan Ibrahimovic: “Mino, we made it!”
The Swedish striker hung up his boots at the age of 41.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic (41) recently brought his 22-year career as a professional footballer to an end.
The Swedish legend played for Italy’s biggest clubs as well as Ajax, Barcelona, PSG, Manchester United and LA Galaxy. Ibra will always have a place among the football greats.
Zlatan bids farewell
On his official Instagram page, Ibrahimovic wrote: “It started with a dream. A dream that turned impossible into I’m possible.
“I was born in Malmö. Grew up in Amsterdam. Turned wiser in Turin. I became a lion in Barcelona. Was raised in Milan and got new perspectives in Paris. Gained stamina in Manchester and had some fun in Los Angeles. And then finally found peace in my new homeland in Milan.
“I am made by you. And the legacy I hope to leave behind is all the new Zlatans made by me. All of those who have the heart of a lion. All of those who have the burning fire in their eyes. All of those who truly understand that impossible is nothing.”
Ibrahimovic continued: “Thanks for everything. Mino, we made it! The ride is over. It’s been an amazing journey. I miss you.”