London: Manchester United are strong contenders for the EPL and Champions League titles this season thanks to a stronger squad, striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said.
Ibrahimovic, Paul Pogba and Marcos Rojo returned to United’s squad for Saturday’s 4-1 league win over Newcastle United. With four wins from four Champions League group games this season, United need just one more point from two matches to qualify for the last 16. They visit FC Basel, Wednesday.
Ibrahimovic told British media Monday that a domestic and European double was very much a target. “I think there is a possibility for everything … We are stronger this season. We believe we can do it – that’s the aim. To win and get the trophies,” he said.
”I think we can chase (Manchester) City (they are eight points ahead of Man U), why is it not a possibility? This week the manager (Jose Mourinho) has been very happy because he has a full team… he knows what he is doing, even when the number of players are limited because he’s a winner and has been winning every season,” added the Swede.
Ibrahimovic and Rojo returned from serious knee injuries sustained last season and started on the bench for an almost full-strength United squad. The Swede came on in the latter stages of the game.
“Yes, I enjoyed my time out there (against New Castle),” said Ibrahimovic while acknowledging that he will need some time to be completely match fit. “It takes time, I am just praying for an injury free season. But I am confident that I will be able to contribute substantially to the club’s title charges,” he added.
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