Schweinsteiger would like to play in England © EuroFootball.com

Bastian Schweinsteiger has confirmed that he would like to play in the English championship.

The German national team player, whose contract with Bayern Munich will expire in 2012, is linked with Chelsea and Manchester United.

"I really like the pace of football played in England, but I don't know how everything will turn out," said Schweinsteiger.

"I am also fascinated by the atmosphere in the stadiums. Last year we played in Manchester and it was amazing. In addition, my brother supports Manchester United and constantly tells me to go there. And I reply to him: "I can't, I can't.""