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Zlatan Ibrahimovic talks about his move to LA Galaxy from Manchester United and his expectations of the MLS.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic insists it is business as usual as he targets more success with new club LA Galaxy.

Ibrahimovic joined the MLS side on Friday after Manchester United terminated his contract a day earlier.

The 36-year-old, who has lifted 11 domestic league titles in four different countries, says he has come to Los Angeles to win and insists the city is the "right place" for him.

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Image: Ibrahimovic says winning trophies is in his DNA

In an exclusive interview given to Sky Sports by the MLS, Ibrahimovic said: "I want to accomplish as much as possible. Wherever I've gone, I've won. It's no secret.

"I've [played] at many clubs, I've [played] at the best clubs in the world, different countries and I've won. I'm coming with this objective, I come to win. I want to win.

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"It is in my DNA that I'm winning my trophies, it's no luck. No special moment, it's just me.

"Hopefully I bring it with me for the next challenge, it will not change anything. Different place, same Zlatan."

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The veteran striker announced his arrival in the US in typically theatrical style by taking out a full-page advert in the Los Angeles Times, which read: "Dear Los Angeles, you're welcome."

Zlatan Ibrahimovic took out a full-page advert in Los Angeles Times
Ibrahimovic signed the advert ahead of his expected move to LA Galaxy
Image: Zlatan Ibrahimovic marked his arrival with an advert in Los Angeles Times

Ibrahimovic departed Old Trafford having failed to win back his place in the squad following an injury during their Boxing Day match with Burnley, but the 36-year-old believes he still has something to offer his new club.

"I decided to sign with Galaxy because I think it's the right place for me," he said. "I think I have a lot to give, I can help them a lot. It's the best team in the US. There were no doubts.

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Take a look back at some of Zlatan Ibrahimovic's most memorable quotes during his time at Manchester United.

"I feel good, I'm training really hard. I haven't played games for a while, that's what I miss now.

"I need to play games to go with that freedom. The more I play the better, the better it will be.

"I'm just excited and looking forward to the games. Feeling involved and playing the game I love to do, so just like a normal day at work."
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