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Schweinsteiger: “United the only club I’d have left Bayern for”

82881cc0-7faf-479a-ae7e-5c01c1841632-2060x1236Bastian Schweinsteiger has said Manchester United are the only club he would have left Bayern Munich for and that he was ready to test himself in the Premier League.

The Germany international, who completed his £15m move to Old Trafford on Monday before joining his new team-mates on their US tour, said only the prospect of playing for United could convince him to bring his 17-year spell at the Bavarian giants to an end.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Bayern Munich, it has been an incredible journey and I didn’t take the decision to leave lightly,” he said.

“Manchester United is the only club that I would have left Munich for.”

“I feel ready for this new and exciting challenge in what I regard as the most competitive league in the world and I am looking forward to working with Louis van Gaal again.

“I will never forget my time at Bayern Munich and I would like to thank everyone at the club and the fans for the great memories.”

Louis Van Gaal welcomed the arrival of the 30-year-old, who he managed for two seasons at Bayern Munich, describing him as a proven winner.

“I am truly delighted he is joining Manchester United,” he said.

“His record speaks for itself; he has won every honour at club level and was a major part of the successful Germany World Cup winning team last summer

“Bastian is the ultimate professional and there is no doubting his talent and his ability to control games. He brings a wealth of experience and is an excellent addition to our squad.”