The head coach of Manchester United Jose Mourinho said that the striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be able to play again this year.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic tore cruciate ligaments of knee in spring. There were fears that the Swede will no longer play this year. However, Zlatan managed to recover faster than expected and may well return to the field until the new year, said Mourinho.

"Zlatan is a lion, he is a fighter.

I think this is a suitable description. Ibrahimovic is always evil and therefore he has almost recovered, "quotes Mourinho Sky Sports.

"Ibrahimovic is recovering faster than expected. He will return back in 2018 - just incredibly ".

Last season, Zlatan with 28 goals in all tournaments was the best scorer MJ.

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