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Marcus Banks

Manchester United star Paul Pogba responds to Zlatan Ibrahimovic challenge

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has responded to Zlatan Ibrahimovic's skills contest challenge.

The former United forward tagged the Frenchman on Instagram, challenging Pogba to a contest to demonstrate their best tricks.

"Paul Pogba I know you have skills," Ibrahimovic wrote. "But I know I have skills also. I want to challenge you in a skill contest. Afraid?"

Both men are currently in self isolation amid the current coronavirus pandemic with Pogba focusing on a return to first-team action if the Premier League eventually resumes in the coming months.

The 27-year-old hasn't featured for the Reds since the 4-1 win against Newcastle on December 26.

The United midfielder responded to the challenge saying: "Zlat, I saw your skills, it was too easy man. Let me show you something."

Pogba showed off some triple around-the-world keepie ups before throwing the challenge back to the Swede.

"Show me what you've got," he said.

It remains to be seen what Ibrahimovic will have up his sleeve should he decide to answer the Frenchman's call.

Now playing for AC Milan, the legendary forward remains a firm favourite among United supporters.

Ibrahimovic has made eight appearances since returning to Italy, scoring three and assisting one in the Serie A.

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