Zlatan vs Lukaku: The conflict started a long time ago, why Ibra mentioned voodoo magic

Almost a fight at the derby

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The world media is buzzing about the unusual scenes at the Inter - Milan match and the clash between two former teammates Zlatan Ibrahimović and Romelu Lukaku.

There was almost physical contact, insults were heard, and it was fierce in the dressing room at halftime.

It is possible that their intolerance dates back to the time when they played together in Manchester United, so the world media reminds of Zlatan's statement about the Belgian.

"Don't expect technique from Lukaku. Its greatest quality is pure power. If he just wants to listen to me... We had a bet. I told him I would give him £50 for every good first touch of the ball. He asked me what I would get if I did it right every time. I told him that he would not gain anything, but that he would become a better player. He never accepted the bet, maybe he was afraid that he would lose," Zlatan said when Lukaku moved to Inter.

Last night, Ibrahimovic also mentioned voodoo magic while addressing Lukaku.

And that story has a background.

Three years ago, Lukaku turned down Everton's offer to extend his contract, opting for Manchester United instead, and Liverpool boss Rashad Moshiri said at the time that the Belgian had listened to assessments he had received "by voodoo magic".

Lukaku, who is originally from the Congo, has denied that he or his family practice voodoo magic, announcing a lawsuit against Everton...

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