AC Milan director Paolo Maldini can see Zlatan Ibrahimovic playing on next season.

The 40 year-old striker has just undergone knee surgery, which will keep him sidelined for eight months.

Maldini said, “I spoke to him on Monday and we said we'd discuss it again in about 15 days. I don't see a problem in reaching an agreement.

“Naturally, he's not happy at playing so little. We'll see what happens in the next two weeks. Whatever we do will be for the good of him and Milan. From what I understand, his intention is to keep playing."

Ibrahimovic's current deal expires on June 30.