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The Red Devils' women's football side has completed a significant signing by bringing in Germany international forward Lea Schuller from the Bundesliga champions.

The experienced forward, who put pen to paper on a contract running until June 2029, marks the team's second new arrival of the January transfer window, following the arrival of defender Hanna Lundkvist.

A Proven Goalscorer

Schuller spent a five-year spell at the Bavarian club, making over 100 appearances and playing a key role in them claim multiple Bundesliga championships.

For her country, her record is similarly formidable, with 54 goals in 82 caps for Germany.

"From our initial talks that I had with head coach Marc Skinner and the club, the aspirations of everyone here were very clear," said Schuller.

She featured in the squad that were beaten finalists to England at Euro 2022 and later claimed a third-place finish at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Perfect Fit

"There is still a lot that I aim to accomplish in my career, and I am convinced that this club is the ideal place for me," she added.

"I believe that the way the team plays of football will really suit my game. I am confident my attributes and experience can help us to achieve our aims both in the WSL and in the European competition."

Matt Johnson, Man Utd's director of women's football, remarked: "Lea's goal-scoring record is exceptional, her style of play will give our attack an exciting new dimension.

"Her champion's mindset and pedigree will be invaluable for our ambitious and youthful team as we continue to grow together and challenge across both domestic and continental competitions."

Strengthening for the Future

The club hope to be active in the remaining weeks of the window as manager Marc Skinner seeks to strengthen his team for the knockout stages of the Women's Champions League.

They have already agreed a new deal with important playmaker Hinata Miyazawa, who will now stay through to the summer of 2029.