Utd stars fear the Zlat splat
HIS KICK’S A KILLER
ZLATAN Ibrahimovic is terrifying team-mates with his martial arts. The huge Man United star shows off taekwondo moves in training sessions. And the 6ft 5in black belt is so scary, players give him a wide berth. Jesse Lingard said: “He’s absolutely massive, absolutely huge. “The other day he kicked the pull-up bar in the gym, he just roundhouse kicked it!” Ibrahimovic arrived on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain during the summer. He has already broken the Old Trafford fitness and strength records held by David Beckham. A source at United’s Carrington training ground added: “It’s fair to say none of our lads would dare risk a late tackle. “Ibra is always trying out his moves – but he seems to forget how long his actual legs are.” Our insider added: “He definitely enjoys the fact he’s so physically imposing. But he’s a pussycat, really – especially with the younger players. They all look up to him.” Last week it was revealed extra planes are being laid on so Swedish fans can jet over to watch the £300,000per-week striker in action. Former United winger Jesper Blomqvist this month explained just how massive a name Zlatan is back home. He said: “He is one of the biggest personalities in Sweden. He has launched his own perfume, fronts Volvo cars and has his own sports clothing range. “He is his own brand. He is everywhere even though he has stopped playing for the national team.” Blomqvist added: “Zlatan has matured. He had a temper earlier in his life but it’s not a problem now. “He is used to big games and big atmospheres. He had to learn how to handle certain situations because all his career he has had people trying to provoke him. “But he can handle that.”