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Even at the age of 40, Zlatan Ibrahimovic is still as outlandish as ever - and his celebrations for winning the Serie A title were exactly what you'd expect.

The Swede has spent his entire career being known for his outrageous interview quotes and crazy goals - including that 30-yard bicycle kick against England back in 2012.

Ibrahimovic really does do what he wants
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Ibrahimovic really does do what he wantsCredit: Getty

Ibrahimovic is one of the most decorated active footballers in the world, having won 34 trophies in his career across a four-decade-long career.

Now, in true Ibra style, the striker has turned heads once again with how he chose to celebrate winning his latest title.

After securing the Serie A crown with AC Milan, Ibrahimovic walked out alone towards the winners podium and the rest of his team.

And as he went to join his fellow players, Ibrahimovic put a cigar to his mouth and puffed, with a bottle of champagne in his other hand.

Earlier this month, his former boss Carlo Ancelotti was also seen puffing away on a cigar as he celebrated Real Madrid securing the La Liga title - a possible inspiration for the striker.

The footballing legend went on to gesture to the crowd with gratitude before getting his medal. But the star wasn't done there.

The striker puffed away as he soaked up the praise from the crowd
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The striker puffed away as he soaked up the praise from the crowdCredit: Getty

Ibrahimovic dedicated the win to his former agent Mino Raiola, who died last month at the age of 54. 

After the celebrations, he said: "I was close to [signing for] Napoli, then he [Raiola] told me that I was the only one who could save Milan. So I dedicate it to him."

It remains unclear if Ibrahimovic will be hanging his boots up anytime soon. He added:: "I will continue as long as possible, as long as I can get results but being good on the pitch, without suffering."

However, when that day finally comes, we're sure his farewell will be as suitably dramatic and eye catching as ever.

Club legend Paolo Maldini's son Daniel made eight appearances in Milan's title chase this season
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Club legend Paolo Maldini's son Daniel made eight appearances in Milan's title chase this seasonCredit: Getty

Elsewhere on pitch - prior to Ibrahimovic's moment of glory - AC Milan fans witnessed a full-circle moment, with youngster Daniel Maldini going on to the pitch to collect his winner's medal.

The 20-year-old midfielder's Serie A win marks the third generation of Maldini's to claim the Scudetto with Milan, following in the footsteps of his father Paolo and grandfather Cesare.

As the youngest Maldini walked past those stood in the guard of honour at the San Siro Stadium, he grabbed his father's hand, marking a historic moment for both the family and the club.

Like father, like son.

Paolo won the Serie A seven times with AC Milan and went on to manage them
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Paolo won the Serie A seven times with AC Milan and went on to manage themCredit: AFP
Meanwhile, his father Cesare also played for and managed the Rossoneri, winning the Serie A four times in the 1950s and 60s
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Meanwhile, his father Cesare also played for and managed the Rossoneri, winning the Serie A four times in the 1950s and 60sCredit: Getty

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