According to Jeff Carlisle of ESPN FC, "multiple sources" have said a move is close to being finalised, with ESPN FC analyst Taylor Twellman reporting fresh links between the Major League Soccer club and the Swedish striker.
"Sources have also said that Ibrahimovic, if he does indeed make the move, will be signed with the help of targeted allocation money, which means he will not take up a designated player spot," added Carlisle. "It's unclear at this point if sponsors or other sources are kicking in money to augment Ibrahimovic's salary."
It's noted in the report the player and club were in talks over a possible deal late last season before Ibrahimovic suffered a serious knee injury in April.