LONDON - Manchester United have written off Bastian Schweinsteiger as an "exceptional" multi-million item in their latest published accounts, even though the Germany international has been sidelined by manager Jose Mourinho. It is widely understood Schweinsteiger is that individual and could not be included as an asset as it may give an unfair impression to investors. The former Germany captain was omitted from United's Europa League squad but included in the equivalent Premier League group, although that was compulsory under league guidelines. United's figures also indicated that van Gaal and his coaching staff were paid pound sterling8.4million in compensation after leaving the club in May. The Dutch manager's time at Old Trafford ended with the club lifting the FA Cup, but he was replaced by Mourinho just days later.

Source: Bangkok Post September 12, 2016 15:45 UTC