Louis van Gaal admits he feels let down by Manchester United star Bastain Schweinsteiger

Sean Kearns

Louis van Gaal admits he expects more from Bastian Schweinsteiger (Picture: Getty)

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal has admitted he feels let down by Bastian Schweinsteiger since the midfielder’s move to Old Trafford.
United fans were euphoric when the Red Devils agreed to sign the Germany captain from Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich in the summer.
Despite injury concerns, the 31-year-old has made 29 appearances for the club this season and he’s been a huge hit with the Old Trafford faithful.
However, Van Gaal’s admitted that he expected more from the midfielder and revealed he had to convince the board to sign the veteran.

Schweinsteiger’s been a big hit with United fans (Picture: Getty)

‘Bastian has been unlucky because he picked up an injury at a time that he was playing very well – he was improving,’ said Van Gaal.

‘However, during December I said that I expect more and he was very disappointed I said that, but I think I can say that because my expectation is higher.

‘Manchester United has bought him even though he is now 31, so I had to convince the board to buy him, because he’s a very good player and he always gives a team more balance.’