Zlatan Ibrahimovic could make sensational Manchester United comeback - report

ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC could reportedly make a sensational comeback at Manchester United if he recovers from injury.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic trains for iconic return to football

Zlatan Ibrahimovic injured his ligaments, while playing for Manchester United against Anderlecht in the Europa League in April.

The Swede, who has been released by United, is expected to make a return to action in 2018, but he has been allowed to make use of United’s Carrington facilities to help him with his rehabilitation.

United have agreed a , who will fill the void left behind by Ibrahimovic.

Mourinho wants deals agreed before United head off to LA tomorrow for their pre-season tour.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic in action for Manchester UnitedGETTY

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is currently recovering from injury

But according to the Sunday Mirror, Ibrahimovic could still return to Old Trafford.

The report says club sources have told the paper he could return if Jose Mourinho believes he needs more firepower up front in January.

Ibrahimovic, the report adds, has been very impressed with the level of care afforded him and will make United his first option once he returns to full fitness.

Everton striker Romelu LukakuGETTY

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The Red Devils wanted United to sign a one-year extension, while clubs in the MLS and Chinese Super League were also interested in moves.

Ibrahimovic was United’s top goalscorer before he succumbed to injury.

He is currently a free agent.

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