Bastian Schweinsteiger has stated Manchester United will be his last club in Europe, a decision that appears to pave the way for a move to Major League Soccer, China or the Middle East.
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The report claims United are trying to agree a severance package with the German midfielder, which would allow him to leave Old Trafford on a free transfer.
Schweinsteiger joined the Red Devils from Bayern Munich last summer with a view to playing a regular role in the English Premier League.
However, Mourinho didnÆt rule out the GermanÆs chances completely saying, oI’m not saying it’s impossible.
“I’m not saying it’s impossible, I’m saying its very hard because we have made a decision made about Pogba, Herrera, Schneiderlin, Fellaini and Carrick, we have five players for two positions, so it’s very hard for an opportunity to arise”.
Mourinho said: “I can not answer for him”. It’s his life, his career, he has a contract with Man United. He has a contract, he has a right to make a decision and stay.
“Football is about decisions”. Not just me, everyone does. “I’m quite surprised Mr Rummenigge is not here now to take him back”. New manager Jose Mourinho has isolated him in training sessions and sent him to play with the under-21 team.
Mourinho defended his treatment of Schweinsteiger earlier this month when he said: “What is happening is what is happening in every club in the world”.
Mourinho was speaking before Saturday’s trip to Hull, where United will be looking to make it three wins out of three.
“We have five players for two positions”.
“Marcus will play a lot”, said Mourinho. “We know how important Bastian was for all his teams, no matter if it was FC Bayern or the national team”.
United will certainly not stand in Schweinsteiger’s way after Mourinho told the player to find another club. “I’m saying it’s very difficult”. Mourinho though made it clear that at the moment, there is no role for the World Cup winning midfielder.
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“Not surrounded by helicopters waiting for somebody to arrive or leave”. The U23’s also do not see to have much experience, and in order to teach players, the experience is key.
