Zlatan Ibrahimovic is relishing the prospect of linking up with Wayne Rooney at Manchester United this season.

The former Sweden international joined the Red Devils on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain earlier this summer and scored on his debut during their 5-2 friendly success over Galatasaray last week.

The 34-year-old is now set to make his first appearance for United at Old Trafford on Wednesday in a match against Everton to mark Rooney’s testimonial for the club, and the the former Milan ace admits he is excited by the prospect of teaming up with the England captain throughout the campaign.

He told MUTV: “I think every big player can work with other big players. That’s not a problem. We are 11 players, not two players on the pitch.

It’s up to the coach what he wants but, with him, I see no problems. Only success.” The former Barcelona forward believes Rooney is the perfect foil for any striker, and has praised his new team-mate for the longevity he has shown during his 12 years with United.

He continued: “I said many years ago the perfect partner for a striker is Wayne Rooney. He works not only for himself but for the striker and the whole team.

I’m absolutely happy to be one of the guys beside him. “He has performed at the top every year. I think he is a perfect example for young players to look at and take after.

He’s been playing such a long time for a top club and giving results year after year.”

Ibrahimovic himself will be hoping to enjoy an impressive debut campaign in English football, and he is available at 9.00 to finish as the Premier League’s top scorer this season.