MAN UNITED HAVE completed the signing of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, the club have confirmed.

The Swedish striker yesterday confirmed that he was set to join the Red Devils via his Instagram and Facebook pages.

Zlatan Ibrahimović told the official United website: “I am absolutely delighted to be joining Manchester United and am looking forward to playing in the Premier League.

“It goes without saying that I cannot wait to work with Jose Mourinho once again. He is a fantastic manager and I am ready for this new and exciting challenge.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my career so far and have some great memories. I am now ready to create more special memories in England.”

Manager Jose Mourinho added: “Zlatan needs no introduction. The statistics speak for themselves.

Ibra is one of the best strikers in the world and a player who always gives 100 per cent. He has won the most important league championships in the world of football, now he has the opportunity to play in the best league in the world and I know he will grasp this opportunity and will work hard to help the team win titles.

“I am certain that his talent will delight fans at Old Trafford next season and that his experience will be invaluable in helping to develop the younger players in the squad.”

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