Michael Owen Lays Into Zlatan Ibrahimovic Despite Europa League Winner

A winning goal at Old Trafford against Zorya Luhansk in the Europa League was not enough to spare Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic from criticism off former Liverpool and United man Michael Owen.

The United No.9 netted the crucial goal 20 minutes from time but Owen, everyone's favourite football pundit, was disappointed by Ibrahimovic's contributions up top.

Owen was especially unhappy by Zlatan's lack of movement in attacking areas.

Speaking on BT Sport, he said:

"His movement disappoints me a bit. He just stands a lot. Because of his height he gets away with it. There was no movement from him. He just tends to stand at the back post and wait for the ball. There were a few crosses tonight and he stayed in the same position."

Since arriving on a free transfer from PSG in the summer, Ibrahimovic has scored six goals for United this season, but clearly Owen wants more from the 34-year old.

We eagerly await Zlatan's response...

(h/t The Express)

Topics: Manchester United, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Michael Owen

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