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Bastian Schweinsteiger

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He’s a winner. He’ll always be a winner. From the last decade, if I list down the players I wanted at United the most, Schweinsteiger would top that list, with Van Persie and Ronaldinho following him. The two years of LVG were not the most memorable for me, as a fan. But he made this happen. In the attire of a red devil, Bastian Schweinsteiger actually played in the premier league! Obviously he’s not bigger than the club. But it is sad and unfortunate to see him leave like this.  I remember the game against Spurs last season. I was on the edge of my seat, when he started warming up. And almost the entire cafe, we were all off our seats when it happened. Schweinsteiger came on for Carrick to make his Manchester United debut. That rush of adrenaline. Unforgettable.  And the 90th minute forced winner vs Watford. Who does not enjoy a late goal? Schweinsteiger is always the most calm and composed of the 22 players on the pitch. He is a leader. Carrick has been a great mi