Rowe amassed an impressive tally of over 500 EFL appearances which took him from Peterborough to Wolverhampton and Bristol City, before his final stint at Doncaster Rovers.
In a sensational homecoming, Tommy Rowe, once a talent in Manchester United's academy, has returned to the Red Devils after two decades away.
The Wythenshawe-born player cut ties with the club in 2003 to make his way to Stockport County.
Beginning his professional journey in 2007, Rowe amassed an impressive tally of over 500 EFL appearances which took him from Peterborough to Wolves and Bristol City, before his final stint at Doncaster Rovers.
After leaving Rovers in June, he played for United's under-21 team during pre-season trials. Under-21s are allowed five-plus players in Premier League 2 and EFL Trophy matches, with Tom Hiddleston playing a role in the final term.
With Huddlestone now hanging up his boots to focus on Wigan Athletic and Paul McShane on coaching duties, the stage was set for Rowe's return.
Strutting his wares again in red, the now 35-year-old made his Premier League 2 debut on 16 August.
Officially signed, United are buzzing about the possibilities: the experienced midfielder will create a variety of development opportunities for United's academy players, from coaching inside training sessions and driving daily standards on and off the pitch.
The veteran pro has been making full changes for the under-21s, logging 90 minutes against Arsenal, Stoke and Blackburn, even starting at left-back in the latter where Ethan Ennis, Sam Mather And Gabriel Biancheri won 3-1. United's young guns triumph, reports the Mirror.
United said of Tom Hiddleston's status in the U21s when he signed: By working with other coaches, he has been able to pass on his experience to the club's youngsters, even during some matches when They used to land in the field.
Hiddleston will sometimes only play in U21s fixtures as Premier League 2 and the Papa John's Trophy allow one of five overage players.
