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Ibrahimovic learned to finish watching Van Basten videos, says Capello

Fabio Capello has revealed his unique method for improving Zlatan Ibrahimovic's record in front of goal - showing him videos of the legendary Marco van Basten.

The pair worked together for two years at Juventus, bringing in back-to-back Scudetti in 2004-5 and 2005-6 (both later revoked as part of the sanctions for Calciopoli) as the Swede established himself among Europe's elite strikers.

But according to Capello, he had to work hard on Zlatan's game to make him the striker he is today.

“Ibrahimovic had a stunning technique”, Capello told Premium Sport. “When I moved to Juventus, I immediately asked the club to sign him.