The Red Devils' women's team has finalized a significant signing by bringing in German international striker Lea Schuller who joins from the Bundesliga champions.
The experienced forward, who put pen to paper on a deal running until June 2029, becomes the club's second signing of the January transfer window, following the arrival of full-back Hanna Lundkvist.
A Proven Goalscorer
The player enjoyed a five-year spell at the Bavarian club, featuring in more than 100 games and playing a key role in the team secure multiple league titles.
On the international stage, her record is similarly impressive, having scored 54 goals in 82 caps for Germany.
"From our initial talks I held with head coach Marc Skinner and the club, the ambitions of everyone here were extremely evident," commented Schuller.
She was part of the team that finished as runners-up to England at the 2022 European Championship and later claimed a third-place finish at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Perfect Fit
"I still have so much that I aim to achieve in my career, and I know that this club is the perfect place to join," Schuller continued.
"I believe that the way the team plays of football will be a great fit for my game. I am confident my attributes and experience can help us to reach our aims both in the WSL and in the European competition."
Matt Johnson, Manchester United's director of women's football, said: "Lea's goal-scoring record is outstanding, her playing style will give our attack an exciting new edge.
"Lea's winning mentality and experience will be invaluable for our young and ambitious team as we keep developing together and challenge across domestic and European competitions."
Building for Europe
The club are aiming to be busy in the remaining weeks of the window as manager Marc Skinner seeks to bolster his team for the latter stages of the top European competition.
They have also secured a contract extension with important playmaker Hinata Miyazawa, who has agreed through to the summer of 2029.
