AC Milan: Ibrahimovic future depends on Maldini?

From Left: Swede striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Italian Technical Director Paolo Maldini. Both of AC Milan - Getty

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's future at Milan could depend on Paolo Maldini's position as Technical Director at the Rossoneri.

The former captain hit out at Milan target
Ralf Rangnick for requesting 'full managerial power' at Milanello, meaning that both Maldini and Coach Stefano Pioli face uncertain times in Via Aldo Rossi.

Tuttosport claims the former Sweden International, who returned to the club in January, will not consider extending his deal at Milan if Maldini has to follow former Sporting Director Zvonimir Boban out the door.

Zlatan's contract expires in June, but the Swede has an option to remain for another season.

The newspaper reveals that Maldini is now the 38-year old's 'reference figure' at Milanello and if the former hero should lose his job, it could lead to Zlatan moving on.
Football-Italia