Does Zlatan Ibrahimovic make Manchester United an elite side?

The Swedish striker's move to the Old Trafford is undeniably the move of the summer, stealing headlines during the major tournaments and setting the world ablaze with questions about his ability to take the perishing side back to former glory. And while Ibrahimovic's star status points toward regeneration, there are reasons for doubt.

He will be 35 in October

Age is always a factor and while Ibrahimovic has adjusted his game to suit his age, there are questions about just how effective he will be and for how long. He could have an impact this season, but he will also be playing in a league that is not necessarily for the young and beaten. He will take a beating in the EPL and that could hinder his effectiveness.

Can he suit Mourinho's style?

The two worked together back in 2008-09 at Inter Milan and Ibrahimovic did score 25 goals during his time there but they also clashed quite a bit. Mourinho's teams are counter attacking squads that require tremendous pace and forward thrust. In recent years, Ibrahimovic has played in possession sides and often tracked back to help in build-up. Can he adjust to a faster side that might also see him less involved for long stretches?

Will the team around him be good enough?

Manchester United was woeful a year ago, an assembly of players that never quite worked together and were saved night after night be imperious goaltending. The team has made some big changes, but there is obviously a question about whether these differing styles will come together to service an aging superstar.

Does he have the right attitude?

Ibrahimovic is quite a character, known for his arrogance and incredible self-confidence. Manchester United could certainly use some of that right now given the club's state over the past few years, but will it be too much. Often seen as the biggest club in the world, Ibrahimovic might dominate that image in a way that might not fit culturally. And we know that when Ibrahomovic clashes with management things usually go downhill for both parties.