Ibrahimovic to usher in new golden era for United – Mourinho

Zlatan Ibrahimovic looks set to remain as Manchester United’s talisman for another year and launch the next glory era, according to manager Jose Mourinho. The 35-year-old Swedish striker’s two goals in last Sunday’s League Cup final against Southampton took his tally to 26 goals this season — and his personal trophy haul to a staggering 31 in his career.

Ibrahimovic winner gives Manchester United EFL Cup glory against Southampton

Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s late header secured Manchester United the first major trophy of the Jose Mourinho era, breaking Southampton hearts at the end of a thrilling EFL Cup final. Wembley bore witness to a superb encounter as expectant United faced a Saints side looking to win just the second major trophy in their history, the first having come 41 years ago when the sides met in the FA Cup final.

Premier League team of the week – the best XI from the 24th round of fixtures

Gabriel Jesus’s stunning start to life in England continued as he scored both goals in Manchester City’s 2-1 win over Swansea – but who else impressed? Champions Leicester find themselves just two points off the bottom of the table after their fourth consecutive Premier League defeat. Claudio Ranieri’s side lost 3-0 at the hands of Manchester United, who remain sixth despite the win.

Man Utd trigger Valencia contract extension clause

The Ecuador international full-back has followed the lead of Marouane Fellaini by committing his future to the Red Devils until the summer of 2018 Manchester United have triggered the one-year extension clause in Antonio Valencia’s contract, which will tie him to the club until June 2018. Last week, the club announced that Marouane Fellaini had extended his stay at Old Trafford by a further 12 months, and on Tuesday Valencia followed suit.

Man United beats 10-man West Ham for 6th successive win

Manchester United benefited from a controversial red card and an equally debatable goal to beat 10-man West Ham 2-0 in the English Premier League on Monday, earning a sixth successive victory. Substitute Juan Mata gave United the lead before Zlatan Ibrahimovic secured victory from what clearly appeared to be an offside position, after referee Mike Dean had controversially dismissed Sofiane Feghouli in the opening stages.