Man Utd Completes Acquisition of Germany Star Forward Lea Schuller
Manchester United's women's football side has made a high-profile addition by bringing in German international forward Lea Schuller who joins 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 team's second signing of the winter transfer period, following the signing of full-back Hanna Lundkvist.
An Accomplished Goalscorer
Schuller spent five years at Bayern Munich, featuring in more than 100 games and helping the team win four league titles.
For her country, her record is similarly formidable, having scored 54 strikes in 82 appearances for the German national team.
"From the first conversations that I had with head coach Marc Skinner and the club, the goals of everyone here were extremely evident," stated Schuller.
She featured in the team that finished as runners-up to England at Euro 2022 and also claimed a bronze medal at the 2024 Olympic Games.
Ideal Move
"I still have a lot that I want to accomplish in my career, and I know that this club is the perfect environment for me," she added.
"I feel that the way the team plays of football will be a great fit for my game. I am confident my qualities and experience can help us to reach our objectives both in the WSL and in the European competition."
The club's director of women's football, Manchester United's director of women's football, said: "Lea's goal-scoring record is exceptional, her playing style will give our forward line an dynamic new edge.
"Her champion's mindset and experience will be invaluable for our ambitious and youthful team as we keep developing together and challenge across both domestic and continental competitions."
Strengthening for Europe
The club hope to be busy in the transfer window as manager Marc Skinner looks to strengthen his team for the knockout stages of the top European competition.
The club has already agreed a contract extension with key midfielder Hinata Miyazawa, who has agreed until the summer of 2029.
