Bayern Munich star Manuel Neuer has expressed his hope that compatriot Bastian Schweinsteiger is handed another opportunity to play for Manchester United.
With Jose Mourinho deciding that Schweinsteiger is not a part of his plans at United, the midfielder has been unceremoniously banished to train alone by the Portuguese manager this season.
Bayern star Neuer is not happy at the situation Schweinsteiger finds himself in at Old Trafford and the German international has now gone on to express his hope that Mourinho gives his former teammate a chance to play soon as he is one of the world's best midfielders.
The goalkeeper said: "I really hope that Bastian gets some consideration soon.
"We all know he's one of the best midfielders in the world.
"He belongs on the field for Manchester United and not training individually."