Schneiderlin seals United deal

France international midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin became Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal's fourth signing of the close season when he joined Manchester United from English Premier League rivals Southampton on Monday.

The 25-year-old -- who joined Southampton from French side Strasbourg for just 1.5million euros (£1.2million) in 2008 -- signed a four year contract with United.

Schneiderlin has long been linked with a move to Old Trafford and it had been reported United had a bid in the region of £20 million ($31.2 million, 28 million euros) rejected up to two weeks ago.

Schneiderlin, who played for France at last year's World Cup finals after being a pivotal figure in the Saints establishing themselves as a competitive side in the Premier League, said while he had loved his time at Southampton it had been an easy decision for him to make once he heard United were interested.

"I am delighted to be a Manchester United player. Once I learned that United were interested in signing me, it was a very easy decision to make," said Schneiderlin, who was at one point linked with a move to Arsenal.