Which Premier League clubs could sign Zlatan Ibrahimovic?
Friday 13 May 2016 10:32, UK
The 34-year-old striker is out of contract in the summer and, in a message on his official Twitter account, he said: "My last game tomorrow [Saturday] at Parc des Princes. I came like a king, left like a legend."
The mercurial hitman has previously admitted Premier League clubs are interested in signing him, so could he be heading to England?
Here, we assess his options - and get the view from the Sky Bet trading room.
Manchester United
Ibrahimovic enjoyed a great relationship with Jose Mourinho at Inter Milan, and should the ex-Chelsea boss replace Louis van Gaal at Old Trafford, it would be little surprise to see Ibrahimovic join him.
The Sweden international has never hidden his admiration for his former boss, right down to his delight after receiving a text about his performance ahead of Mourinho's arrival in Milan.
His brilliant scoring record suggests he would provide United with goals, but the possible absence of Champions League football from Old Trafford next season could be a consideration.
Arsenal
The 34-year-old was close to joining the Gunners early in his career when he held talks with Arsene Wenger, admitting he felt like a little boy when he was in the Frenchman's office.
The Gunners could do with a striker but his age may count against him. Arsenal are cautious when it comes to signing over-30s, and with the forward likely to be available for 12 months, the cost may outweigh the pay-off for Wenger.
West Ham
The Hammers have made no secret of their desire to sign a top-quality striker this summer, with co-chairman David Sullivan confirming in March that Ibrahimovic was among their targets.
West Ham may not have the prestige of some of their Premier League rivals, but could the Swede be tempted by the chance to lead them into the Olympic Stadium?
Chelsea
With Radamel Falcao and Alexandre Pato having failed to make an impact and Loic Remy out of favour, Chelsea are certain to enter the transfer market for striking reinforcements this summer.
A move for Ibrahimovic, however, would depend on incoming manager Antonio Conte. The 34-year-old has never worked with Conte before, and the Italian may favour younger signings to kick-start his Chelsea revolution.
If Chelsea were to move for Ibrahimovic, he would also have to make do without the prospect of European football at Stamford Bridge.
Manchester City
Ibrahimovic worked with Pep Guardiola at Barcelona but their relationship turned sour with the striker labelling his boss "a coward" in his autobiography. He has praised the Spaniard's work as a coach but has repeatedly hit out at his man-management style.
While at Barca, Ibrahimovic felt the manager never trusted him and that he was always behind Lionel Messi. Even though City would be one of the few clubs who could afford his wages, it seems unlikely the pair could resolve their differences and work together again.
Leicester
Ibrahimovic would have scoffed at the suggestion of joining Leicester a year ago, but the Premier League champions may look like a more attractive proposition now.
The Swede would, after all, get another crack at the Champions League at the King Power Stadium, but Claudio Ranieri's recent comments suggest they are unlikely to make him an offer.
"I don't want big names here," said the Leicester boss last week. "My lads are special. We have to bring some good players but they must have the same spirit."
Liverpool
Liverpool are likely to strengthen their attack this summer amid uncertainty over the futures of Christian Benteke and Daniel Sturridge, and they may even be able to offer Ibrahimovic Champions League football if they win the Europa League.
There are questions, however, over whether Jurgen Klopp would see Ibrahimovic as a suitable option. The Swede certainly has the talent, but he is not a natural fit for their high-intensity playing style, and he is not getting any younger either.
Other options
While a Premier League move is attracting the speculation, Sky Bet think he is likely to head to the United States, with odds of 1/2 to join 'any MLS club'. Ibrahimovic has been strongly linked with LA Galaxy, who certainly have the financial clout to make him an attractive offer.
The cash-rich Chinese Super League is another possibility, according to Sky Bet, with odds of 16/1 to join any Chinese club. A host of big names have made the move to China in recent months, including Ibrahimovic's former Paris Saint-Germain team-mate Ezequiel Lavezzi.
Sky Bet odds subject to fluctuation.
