Zlatan Ibrahimovic was one of the last persons who visited Mino Raiola before his passing. The star could join his agency down the line. Perhaps as soon as this summer if he elects to retire. In the meantime, a few professionals will tend to the empire built by the super agent.
According to Tuttomercatoweb, his cousin Vincenzo Raiola will become the main reference point. He has been his deputy for 15 years. The clients, from Gianluigi Donnarumma to Matthijs De Ligt, are well familiar with him. They reportedly renewed their confidence in him, on top of offering their condolences, in the last few days.
The late representative was relying on a large staff, especially in the last few months when his health deteriorated. Brazilian lawyer Rafael Pimenta is handling the negotiation to bring Erling Haaland to Manchester City. She is also very close to Paul Pogba. Italian attorney Vittorio Rigo and intermediary Sandro Martone have meaningful roles too. Scout José Fortes Rodriguez will keep looking for young talents to onboard, especially in the Netherlands.
Ibrahimovic could take over from Raiola as the face of the firm, the outlet informs. The two have similar communicative styles and exuberance. The striker will soon make the call on continuing his playing career. According to TuttoSport, Investcorp is keen on keeping him for another season following the acquisition of the club for his leadership and popularity. Moreover, they could groom him ahead of a possible inclusion into the management. Such report preceded the tragic news, though.