🔗 Share this article The Red Devils Set to Secure Germany Forward Lea Schüller away from Bayern Munich Manchester United are finalising completing the signing for prolific Germany forward Lea Schüller on a permanent transfer away from Bayern Munich. A Marquee Acquisition for the WSL Side The forward, with half a year left on her contract, is known as a consistent goal-getter for both club and country. Having scored more than 100 goals for the German giants and scored 54 times in 82 caps for her country. This signing is viewed as a marquee coup for the WSL side. Departure from Munich was expected since she was seen fighting back tears while thanking the German club’s supporters after a win over Bayer Leverkusen recently. Reports in December that the Frauen-Bundesliga was losing one of its top strikers. Per multiple sources, the formalities for the transfer are now finalised. Consistent Goalscoring to Boost United's Forward Line The 28-year-old’s arrival is expected to provide a significant boost to the team's attacking options. She has been remarkably reliable in front of goal in Germany’s top flight. For seven straight seasons, including the most recent campaign, she reached at least a double-digit tally of league goals. She claimed the top scorer award in the 2021-22 season with 16 goals. Building Momentum at Old Trafford Securing Schüller’s signature coincides with a period when United seem to be gathering positive momentum. Recent performances feature securing a place in the Champions League knockout phase playoffs in a seeded position and a victory in the League Cup quarter-finals. In the transfer market, the mid-season window has brought further activity: The signing of Swedish right-back Hanna Lundkvist on a three-and-a-half-year deal. The new deal for Japan midfielder Hinata Miyazawa, a popular figure since joining in 2023. Regarding Miyazawa’s extension, a club official commented: “She has become a critical part to the way we play. Her understanding of the game and skill allows her and the team to dominate play from central areas.” The new defender, having joined from a side from the NWSL, added: “You can sense how much they [United] have progressed in the last few years, competing in one of the strongest leagues in the world and performing in the top European competition.”