Manchester United set to swoop for Bastian Schweinsteiger as Louis van Gaal ramps up summer transfer spree

Manchester United are exploring the possibility of a summer move for German legend Bastian Schweinsteiger.

Sportsmail can reveal that United manager Louis van Gaal believes the Bayern Munich midfielder would bring experience and European know-how to the centre of his team’s midfield.

It is understood that talks have already taken place last month between United and go-betweens and that the Germany international would be open to a move.

United have been asked about their interest in Schweinsteiger three times in recent weeks but have refused to comment. 

However, MailOnline Sport can reveal that United's interest is 100 per cent real. 

Schweinsteiger and Van Gaal worked together at Munich when the Dutch coach was in charge of the Bundesliga club and developed a close relationship                                  dailymail