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Swedish coach hints at conspiracy theory about Zlatan Ibrahimovic's injury
SWEDISH coach Hans Backe has hinted he thinks Zlatan Ibrahimovic could return for Manchester United.
Ibrahimovic suffers horrific looking injury against Anderlecht
Ibrahimovic's Manchester United career looks over after a serious knee injury sustained against Anderlecht last month.
The 35-year-old's injury has been described as serious but, despite various reports, no official timescale for a return has been confirmed.
And Backe has mysteriously questioned whether the injury is as serious as people think - and reckons United could be planning a shock end of the season surprise.
Hans Backe reckons there is more to Zlatan Ibrahimovic's injury than meets the eye
Ibrahimovic would no doubt love to play if United reach the Europa League final - though is reportedly sidelined until 2018.
The Red Devils can book a place in May 24's Stockholm showpiece if they draw or win against Celta Vigo tomorrow (8.05pm).
Jose Mourinho's side lead 1-0 from the first leg after Marcus Rashford's sublime free-kick settled a tight contest in Spain.
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