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'I think he's a top signing... just like Zlatan was': Manchester United's new talisman Edinson Cavani can emulate the success of Ibrahamovic at Old Trafford, says Diego Forlan

Diego Forlan believes Edinson Cavani may prove to be an inspired signing in the mould of Zlatan Ibrahimovic at Manchester United.

The former Old Trafford ace has delivered a glowing review for the club's newest star name, who was recruited on deadline day earlier this month following his departure from Paris Saint-Germain.

Ibrahimovic joined the club in similar circumstances in 2016, having also left PSG as a free agent, and Forlan predicts countryman Cavani will perform and defy his doubters in a similar style.

Diego Forlan claims Edinson Cavani is joining Manchester United having shown no decline
The ex-United striker also says Cavani can emulate the success of Zlatan Ibrahamovic's spell

The now 39-year-old Ibrahimovic netted four goals in his first five games after moving to the Premier League, and scored 28 times in total across all competitions during a formidable debut season.