Ibrahimovic Makes Instant Impact

It took a mere three minutes and 14 seconds for Zlatan Ibrahimovic to introduce himself to the Manchester United supporters. #ZlatanTime indeed!

Many came to Gothenburg to worship the Swedish icon and he'd promised MUTV he would not disappoint. It was a moment those in the ground will feel privileged to have witnessed, even though this was a friendly game against Galatasaray.

As Antonio Valencia crossed from the right, there was time to process several thoughts as the incident unfolded. That's an acrobatic attempt by Ibrahimovic... he's hit it into the ground... but it's a good effort... it's in! Like the beaten goalkeeper Fernando Muslera, we were in shock because it was such an immediate impact.

There was plenty else to admire from the new no.9 during United's eventual 5-2 victory and his mere presence is already impressive. The Swede stands out on the pitch and makes himself available, while also moving gracefully and with real poise. There was a raking pass to Henrikh Mkhitaryan that unfortunately found the Armenian offside and a forward pass to Ander Herrera in the centre-circle that was extremely effective.

As the rival fans jousted over the new signing, the United end responded to the Turkish taunts by bellowing 'Zlatan' and he nearly latched onto a sloppy pass by Muslera as he hunted a second goal. In a pre-planned move, he was replaced at the break as one of five changes made by Jose Mourinho.

Ibrahimovic had already made his mark - in style - and we eagerly await seeing him again on Wednesday in Wayne Rooney's Testimonial against Everton. Old Trafford, prepare to welcome a new hero.