Bastian Schweinsteiger enjoys night out in London with Ana Ivanovic as he takes time off from Chicago Fire

  • Bastian Schweinsteiger whisks off to London after suffering a hip injury
  • The midfielder attended a Rolex dinner in London along with wife Ana Ivanovic
  • His Chicago Fire side were playing Portland Timbers in the USA at the same time 

Bastian Schweinsteiger was back in the United Kingdom on Wednesday night as the former Manchester United midfielder whisked wife Ana Ivanovic to a swanky event in London.

Now of MLS side Chicago Fire, Schweinsteiger and the former tennis star were seen walking down St James's Square following a dinner hosted by master watchmakers Rolex.

The event, taking place in one of London's most exclusive locations, was also attended by former England captain David Beckham and his eldest son Brooklyn.

Bastian Schweinsteiger and Ana Ivanovic smile for the cameras as they walk in London

Bastian Schweinsteiger and Ana Ivanovic smile for the cameras as they walk in London

The married couple attended the swanky private dinner with Rolex on St James's Square

The married couple attended the swanky private dinner with Rolex on St James's Square

Schweinsteiger was able to enjoy a quick break after suffering a hip injury with Chicago Fire

Schweinsteiger was able to enjoy a quick break after suffering a hip injury with Chicago Fire

And it seems Schweinsteiger may have made a significant purchase as he emerged from the venue with a dark green bag, the colour synonymous with Rolex's brand. Of course, as a worldwide celebrity, he may well have got whatever was in there for free.


Meanwhile, Chicago Fire fans may be wondering exactly why their designated player was on the other side of the Atlantic at a time when his team-mates were playing the Portland Timbers.

The couple were in London for a fleeting visit before returning to Chicago

The couple were in London for a fleeting visit before returning to Chicago

Schweinsteiger was excused from duty after being ruled out of the tie with a slight hip injury and, as footballers do, he took full advantage of his time off.

The 32-year-old will be expected back in the Windy City sometime soon, where the Fire are continuing their fight for the Eastern Conference title.

Their 2-2 draw with Portland was certainly a blow, allowing Toronto FC to join them at the top of the table on 38 points and they will be hoping to welcome the World Cup winner back sooner rather than later.

Schweinsteiger has played 15 games for Chicago since joining in January, scoring two goals and providing five assists so far. 

Schweinsteiger has played 15 games for the MLS outfit since joining in January

Schweinsteiger has played 15 games for the MLS outfit since joining in January

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