Zlatan Ibrahimovic has revealed he turned down a move to Manchester City when he was in his prime because he ‘wanted to be happy’.
The Swedish legend was looking for a new club in 2010 after reportedly falling out with Pep Guardiola at Barcelona.
1
Ibrahimovic left Barcelona in 2010, but rejected the chance to join Man City to play for Milan
And City were ready to splash the cash on Ibrahimovic, having been bought by the Abu Dhabi United Group in 2008, whose transfer budget knew no end.
But the striker opted for a return to Italy instead, joining AC Milan on loan, a deal which eventually became permanent, while City signed Mario Balotelli and Edin Dzeko.
Now, speaking to the Mirror, the former Manchester United star explains he did not expect to find happiness at the Etihad.
LATEST FOOTBALL NEWS
“I had the chance to go to Manchester City when I was at Barcelona but after that moment in Barcelona, I needed to find happiness,” Ibrahimovic said.
“Going back to Italy, I was happy in Italy and I knew I would be happy if I go back and I didn’t know if I would be happy if I go to City because it’s a different challenge.
“It would have been a new club, which Milan also was.
LIVE on talkSPORT
There are eight live commentaries across the talkSPORT network this week. Find out what they are and where to hear them, below...
- Germany vs Serbia (Wednesday) – talkSPORT 2
- Kazakhstan vs Scotland (Thursday) – talkSPORT 2
- England vs Czech Republic (Friday) – talkSPORT
- Walsall vs Barnsley (Saturday) – talkSPORT 2
- Shrewsbury vs Portsmouth (Saturday) – talkSPORT 2
- Gibraltar vs Republic of Ireland (Saturday) – talkSPORT 2
- San Marino vs Scotland (Sunday) – talkSPORT 2
- Netherlands vs Germany (Sunday) – talkSPORT 2
“But I knew the city because I had three years at Inter, I knew the country, so I took a little bit of a safe card.â€
Ibrahimovic did get a brief taste of English football when he moved to the red half of Manchester for a season in 2016.
The 37-year-old now plies his trade in America for MLS side LA Galaxy, where his outspoken personality continues to make him ever-more popular.
The 13 Premier League stars who have played every minute of
Former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso has hailed the impact of manager Jurgen Klopp at the club since he took charge of the team a little over three years ago. The Liverpool legend has been impressed with the German tactician since he was appointed the Reds manager in 2015.
Liverpool legend Xabi Alonso makes huge transfer claim: He
Celtic 2019/20 home kit: Shirt set for Glasgow launch on Wednesday night as leaked images show classy new collar. Celtic's new home kit for the 2019/20 season will be released on May 1 at an
Celtic 2019/20 home kit: Shirt set for Glasgow launch on
Liverpool FC news and transfer rumours LIVE: Neville in massive Champions League claim plus the latest on Loris Karius and build-up to Tottenham clash
Petr Čech - Wikipedia
West Ham United star Michail Antonio became the first opponent to score at Tottenham Hotspur's new stadium this lunchtime but that wasn't what fans were talking about post-match. That's because of Antonio's latest hilarious celebration following the only goal of the game in the second half as West Ham prevailed.
Michailَ Antonioً Goalُ v Tottenhamٌ ! 27th Apr 2019 - YouTube
Manchester United star Paul Pogba 2018 earnings dropped because of BREXIT meaning France teammates Antoine Griezmann and Kylian Mbappe earned more than him Paul Pogba's earning from 2018 dropped because of the uncertainty surrounding Brexit, according to reports in France.
Crowdfunded Beehive Provides Honey On Tap | TopWorldTimes
~ Manchester United news: Juan Mata thanks Louis van Gaal for 2015 brace vs Liverpool - 'One of the happiest moments of my career' ~ Kenya Latest
Manchester United news: Juan Mata thanks Louis van Gaal for
Ole Gunnar Solskaer has a 73.7% win rate in all competitions as United manager The Solskjaer effect. Solskjaer is United's fourth permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013.
Manchester United set to appoint Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as
Not since joining Liverpool from Roma has Mohamed Salah gone so drought set to end against Southampton. take them back to the Premier League summit. The Reds are looking to claim a fourth
Southampton 1-3 Liverpool: Reds go back to Premier League
However, should the transfer ban remain, Chelsea have hugely talented loan stars littered around the continent - and a ban could be the perfect way for the Blues could to demonstrate just how good their home-grown players are. talkSPORT.com has had a look at Chelsea's current 'loan army' and assessed what a Blues team could like with some of
Related news on "Liverpool" - trend24h.net
MANCHESTER UNITED are closing in on what could be a £71million deal to sign Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes. And if they snare the 24-year-old, it will come as a bitter blow to their
From Portugal: Manchester United to complete Bruno Fernandes
thepeoplesperson.com/2019/05/31/from-portugal-manchester-united-to-complete-bruno-fernandes-signing-within-a-week-207335/
Manchester United are in pole position to sign Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes and could complete the deal 'within a week' after making a superior offer to other competitors
Man Utd 'confident of finalising £71m Bruno Fernandes
League One final day: Luton beat Barnsley to title, Southend United and AFC Wimbledon safe, Doncaster claim final play-off spot Luton Town pipped Barnsley to the title with a win over Oxford
Soccer Live: Southend United FC News, Transfer News And Rumours
Watford captain Troy Deeney branded Wolves' Raul Jimenez a 'loser' and mocked his mask celebration after their dramatic FA Cup semi-final at Wembley.. Deeney said he would have 'lost his head' if
Watford 3-2 Wolves: Troy Deeney mocks 'loser' Raul Jimenez
Paul Pogba 'refuses to sort out crucial China visa for
Sam Allardyce has backed Cardiff City boss Neil Warnock for his furious reaction to his side's controversial defeat to Chelsea on Sunday. The former England manager also took aim at Jamie Carragher, after the Liverpool legend came to the defence of the linesman who failed to spot Cesar Azpilicueta was offside for the Blues' vital equaliser.
Sam Allardyce admits 'judgement' error in England farce
No comments:
Post a Comment