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Juan Mata opens up on Man United team-mate: This is what he’s really like
JUAN MATA has revealed what it is really like playing alongside Manchester United star Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic - 5 things you need to know
After joining last summer on a free from Paris Saint-Germain, Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been instrumental for Manchester United this season.
The Swede, who has weighed in with 24 goals in all competitions, has proved he can still cut it at the top level.
United fans have taken to Ibrahimovic, who is a colourful personality off the field.
And Mata has now lifted the lid on what his team-mate is really like.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been in devastating form for Manchester United
Juan Mata thinks Zlatan Ibrahimovic is a great personality
He's got a strong personality, but he's funny
“Yeah, he's a real character,” Mata told BBC’s The Premier League Show.
“He's got a strong personality, but he's funny.
“He speaks to the young players, a bit of banter.
“It's good because if not football is too serious.”
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