José Mourinho says that his decision to recall Bastian Schweinsteiger to Manchester United first-team training was made to prepare him should the player decide to leave, with the midfielder’s presence also boosting numbers for sessions. Schweinsteiger has been excluded from Mourinho’s senior group since he took over as manager in the summer. Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Phil Jones named in Manchester United squad to face Fenerbahce Read moreThe 32-year-old former Germany captain has previously stated he would not play for another European club yet Mourinho indicated that Schweinsteiger may still leave. While this might be for a Major League Soccer team or one in China or Asia, the manager said: “Schweinsteiger is back. Schweinsteiger is not in the party as he is not eligible for the competition and Mourinho reiterated how he can help increase numbers.

Source: The Guardian November 02, 2016 17:56 UTC