Six months after his last training session with AC Milan's first team, Zlatan Ibrahimovic was present at Monday's training. The Swedish striker, who has already represented Benfica in his career, trained with Milan's group in preparation for the game against Benfica.
Ibrahimovic's return occurs at a particular moment, with Milan being managed by Rúben Amorim, a former opponent and now an opponent in the technical command of the red-and-whites. The training session took place with a view to the reception of Benfica, which marks the start of the Europa League's league phase.
Ibrahimovic, 43 years old, had not appeared at a Milan first team training session since February, having undergone a physical recovery process during this period. His presence at training represents a positive sign for coach Paulo Fonseca, who sees the veteran striker approaching a possible return to competition.
The match between Milan and Benfica is scheduled for this Thursday, following the draw for the Europa League's league phase. This will be the first time that Rúben Amorim, a former Benfica midfielder, and Ibrahimovic cross paths on professional pitches, given that Amorim only started his coaching career when Ibrahimovic was already at a more advanced stage of his career.
