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Manchester United star Zlatan Ibrahimovic buys his first showjumping horse as veteran reveals animal is called ‘Grande Dieni’

Swede reveals 'new challenge' is six-year-old mare as striker becomes latest affiliated with Man Utd to enter world of horses

ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC has become the latest Manchester United star to enter the world of horses.

The Swede has revealed on Twitter that he is now the proud owner of a six-year-old mare called Grande Dieni.

And in typical Ibra style, the striker even came up with a new slogan for the occasion: “Animal recognises animal.”

Describing the horse as “my new challenge”, Ibra will now enter the competitive world of showjumping, with Grande Dieni based and competing in the Netherlands.

Former United boss Sir Alex Ferguson was a big horse aficionado and regularly took his players to the races.

But Ibra still has more to be focusing on as he prepares to make his comeback for the Red Devils.

 Zlatan Ibrahimovic has bought a racing horse
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Zlatan Ibrahimovic has bought a racing horseCredit: AFP

The veteran has been out injured with a knee injury since late last season and was released on a free transfer in July.

However, Ibrahimovic’s progress has been faster than expected.

And he was rewarded for his excellent form with a new contract.

Ibra is now targeting a return before Christmas and will be hoping his new horse provides him with even more inspiration.

 Ibra has described the six-year-old mare as his 'new challenge'
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Ibra has described the six-year-old mare as his 'new challenge'Credit: AP:Associated Press
 Man Utd star Ibrahimovic is currently battling back from a long-term injury
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Man Utd star Ibrahimovic is currently battling back from a long-term injuryCredit: AFP
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