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The Red Devils' women's team has made a significant signing by bringing in German international forward Lea Schuller from the Bundesliga champions.

The experienced forward, who put pen to paper on a contract that will keep her at the club until June 2029, is the club's second signing of the winter transfer period, coming after the signing of full-back Hanna Lundkvist.

A Proven Winner

Schuller spent a five-year spell at Bayern Munich, featuring in more than 100 games and helping them claim multiple league titles.

On the international stage, her record is similarly impressive, with 54 goals in 82 caps for the German national team.

"From the first conversations I held with manager Marc Skinner and the club, the aspirations of everyone involved were very clear," commented Schuller.

She was part of the squad that were beaten finalists to England at Euro 2022 and later won a bronze medal at the 2024 Olympic Games.

Ideal Move

"There is still a lot that I want to achieve in my career, and I am convinced that Manchester United is the ideal environment to join," Schuller continued.

"I believe that the way the team plays of football will be a great fit for my game. I hope my attributes and know-how can help us to reach our objectives both in the WSL and in the European competition."

Matt Johnson, Manchester United's director of women's football, said: "Her scoring prowess is exceptional, her playing style will give our forward line an exciting new dimension.

"Her champion's mindset and pedigree will really help our ambitious and youthful team as we continue to grow together and compete across both domestic and continental competitions."

Building for the Future

The club hope to be busy in the transfer window as boss Marc Skinner seeks to bolster his team for the knockout stages of the top European competition.

The club has already agreed a contract extension with important midfielder Hinata Miyazawa, who has agreed through to the end of the decade.