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Zlatan Ibrahimovic's Malmo Statue Set on Fire After Becoming Hammarby Part Owner

A statue of Zlatan Ibrahimovic in his native Malmo, Sweden, was set on fire Wednesday in an apparent reaction to the legendary striker purchasing a stake in rival club Hammarby.

ESPN reported the news. Here's a look at the fire:

Ibrahimovic recently parted ways with the MLS' Los Angeles Galaxy after two years with the club.

"Hammarby is a fantastic club with passionate supporters and has great respect in both Stockholm and Sweden," he said. "I have always liked the club and the fans. I am impressed with what the club has done in recent years, both on and off the pitch.