Why Andreas Granqvist is more popular than Zlatan Ibrahimovic in Sweden and could join Man United

ESPN FC’s Paul Mariner believes the ball is in Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s court when it comes to the rumours linking him with a loan move to Milan.

To honour Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s 500th career goal, the LA Galaxy decided to distribute a commemorative #Zlatan500 poster to the first 10,000 fans who arrive at their match against the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Jose Mourinho once had Zlatan Ibrahimovic to help him out at Manchester United. Nowadays, his attention has reportedly switched to another Swedish veteran, Andreas Granqvist, who is rumoured to be a target ahead of the January transfer window.
“I am not closing any doors, and flattered to even be linked with such a big team,” the 33-year-old defender told Expressen from Helsingborg where he plays in the second division.
Second division? Yes, you have read that right. Back in January, Granqvist…

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Manchester United interest flattering and I would consider offer – Andreas Granqvist

The FC guys aren’t buying Jose Mourinho’s attempts “to play the victim” following Manchester United’s comeback win against Newcastle.

The guys respond to your tweets about the surprising results of Europe’s giants, Mahrez’s penalty miss, managers on the hot seat and Dejan Lovren. Helsingborg centre-back Andreas Granqvist has said he is flattered by reports linking him with Manchester United and would consider a “concrete offer” to move to Old Trafford.
Reports have suggested Sweden international Granqvist could join United in January after United manager Jose Mourinho failed in his attempts to sign a centre-back in the summer.
The 33-year-old, who signed for Helsingborg in the summer after five years playing in Russia, said he and the club would consider the situation when…

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Sweden World Cup squad forced to evacuate team hotel after false alarm

It is day 21 of the beautiful game, join Anthony Richardson and Ian Fiveankles as they say farewell to Neymar as he follows Messi and Ronaldo out the World Cup.

Having watched Sweden pride their game on defensive discipline, the FC panel have doubts as to which England player will be able to unlock their defence.

ESPN take you on a journey of the Samara stadium which will host England v Sweden on Saturday.

Former England international Steve McManaman would make a few changes to the lineup versus Sweden, including adding Ruben Loftus-Cheek.

Kyle Edmund gives his prediction for England’s World Cup quarter-final vs. Sweden on Saturday.
Sweden’s players suffered a rude awakening ahead of their World Cup quarterfinal clash with England when the fire alarm went off at their hotel in Samara on Saturday morning, leading it to be evacuated.
The Swedish players were roused from their slumbers and moved out of their rooms, but luckily it turned out to be a false alarm and they could go back to recharging their batteries ahead of their first World Cup quarterfinal since 1994.
“It was just after half past eight this morning, a false alarm….

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Sweden’s Andreas Granqvist misses #worldcupbaby birth to prepare for England

It is day 21 of the beautiful game, join Anthony Richardson and Ian Fiveankles as they say farewell to Neymar as he follows Messi and Ronaldo out the World Cup.

Having watched Sweden pride their game on defensive discipline, the FC panel have doubts as to which England player will be able to unlock their defence.

ESPN take you on a journey of the Samara stadium which will host England v Sweden on Saturday.

Former England international Steve McManaman would make a few changes to the lineup versus Sweden, including adding Ruben Loftus-Cheek.

Kyle Edmund gives his prediction for England’s World Cup quarter-final vs. Sweden on Saturday.
Sweden captain Andreas Granqvist welcomed his new-born baby daughter from afar as his team prepared for Saturday’s World Cup quarterfinal against England.
Granqvist, 33, and his wife Sofie each posted photos of Mika although Granqvist used the hashtag #worldcupbaby.
“I just try to enjoy it,” he said on Friday with a grin Friday after the early morning birth. “I just try to be present, in the now.
“Good timing. I didn’t sleep very well last night, so I’m glad that it’s happened now. My wife did a…

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