Bastian Schweinsteiger named in Manchester United's Premier League squad

Manchester United have named Bastian Schweinsteiger in their Premier League squad for the 2016/17 season.

The former Germany captain had been deemed surplus to requirements by manager Jose Mourinho and forced to train away from the first team.

Schweinsteiger was free to leave Old Trafford prior to Wednesday's transfer deadline, but he stated his desire to stay at United rather than joining another European club and a move failed to materialise.

An emotional Schweinsteiger played his final international game in Germany's 2-0 friendly win over Finland in Monchengladbach on Wednesday.

The 32-year-old made his Germany debut in June 2004 and ended his international career with 121 caps and 24 goals.

Mourinho said last week it would be "very difficult" but not impossible for Schweinsteiger to feature under him for United this season.

Former Salford City player Sadiq El-Fitouri is also listed in United's squad. The 21-year-old defender was signed after Phil Neville and Paul Scholes recommended him to reserve team coach Warren Joyce.