AC Milan owners RedBird Capital Partners have confirmed that Zlatan Ibrahimovic has returned to the club as an advisor to the management.
In a statement, American investment firm RedBird said that the former Sweden striker, who won a host of trophies as a player in Italy, will serve as a senior advisor to AC Milan ownership and senior management.
The 42-year-old has also been hired as Operating Partner for RedBird’s sports and media and entertainment investment portfolio.
RedBird said that Ibrahimovic’s mandate at Milan will include player development and high-performance training, advancing AC Milan’s global brand and commercial interests, and supporting special projects of strategic importance, including the club’s new stadium.
Ibrahimovic rejoins Milan with the team nine points behind Serie A leaders Inter Milan and facing a group stage exit from the Champions League.
