Laurent Blanc conceded the issue of a new deal for Paris Saint-Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic remains unresolved, but insisted the club are fully focused on matters on the pitch.
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New Ibrahimovic deal a question mark for PSG - Blanc
Laurent Blanc conceded the issue of a new contract for Zlatan Ibrahimovic is a big question mark for Paris Saint-Germain.
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The Sweden forward's contract at Parc des Princes expires at the end of the season.
Ibrahimovic has been linked with Premier League duo Chelsea and Arsenal, while a return to Milan was talked up by the 34-year-old's agent Mino Raiola, who has since described the possibility of a transfer to Serie A as unlikely.
It has so far been another prolific season for Ibrahimovic, with the former Barcelona, Juventus and Inter forward scoring 11 goals in 17 appearances in all competitions.
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Asked about the prospect of a new deal for Ibrahimovic, Blanc said: "It's a big question mark. What you need to know is that when a player is at the end of his contract, the thing that matters more is what the players is willing to do.
"You should then ask Ibra. We should ask him if he wants to keep playing here in Paris, if the club is likely to offer to extend his contract.
"We'll have some time to get to the bottom of it, even If I am sure you'll know before me. So far, that's not the main subject during the middle of the season. We'll have to ask the good questions because as you know, his contract ends next June.
"He's not the only one. He's not alone. We'll need to see with all the players involved. We'll need to take care of it. As soon as we do. We'll let you know."
Addressing the subject of his future late last month, Ibrahimovic said: "There has been a lot of talk about how this is my last year at Paris Saint-Germain, but only I will decide what will happen.
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"I have not decided yet what will happen at the end of the season. I don't know what will happen at this stage.
"I am still enjoying my football and I am happy. So long as I am feeling well, I will continue to play.
"Once I no longer feel good enough and can no longer reach my best level, I will retire."
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