Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic says he's drawn inspiration from the legends he's played with.

Ibrahimovic scored twice during Friday night's Premier League victory over Southampton and, speaking to ManUtd.com and the Manchester Evening News at Old Trafford, the 34-year-old striker discussed his appreciation for being an elder statesman and how that contrasts with his public image.

“I played with many big stars," United's new and in-form number nine said. “I mean when I came to Juventus I was a young guy. I had Vieira, Cannavaro, Thuram, Buffon, Del Piero, Trezeguet, Nedved, Camoranesi, Emmerson. It was a monster team, there were so many. The mentality came from that.

"The more mature you become - I have two kids now - you take on more responsibility."