🔗 Share this article The Red Devils Set to Secure Germany Striker Lea Schüller from Bayern Munich Manchester United are finalising sealing the deal for prolific Germany striker Lea Schüller on a permanent transfer away from the Frauen-Bundesliga champions. A Major Signing for United Schüller, who has half a year remaining on her deal, has been a prolific goalscorer for both club and country. Having netted over 100 goals for Bayern and scored 54 times in 82 appearances for Germany. This signing will be seen as a major coup for the WSL side. Departure from Munich was expected after she appeared to be fighting back tears while applauding the German club’s fans after a victory over Bayer Leverkusen recently. It was reported in December that the German women's top flight was set to lose one of its leading forwards. Per reports, the formalities for the transfer have now been completed. Consistent Goalscoring to Boost the Attack The experienced striker's signing is expected to provide a major uplift to the team's forward line. Schüller has been remarkably consistent with her finishing in the Bundesliga. For seven straight seasons, up to and including the most recent campaign, she achieved at least a double-figures tally of league goals. She won the Golden Boot in the 2021-22 season with a haul of 16 goals. Gathering Momentum at Old Trafford Securing the German international coincides with a period when United appear to be gathering positive momentum. Their recent performances include qualifying for the European knockout phase playoffs in a seeded position and a victory in the Conti Cup quarter-finals. Off the pitch, the winter break has seen additional business: The signing of Sweden right-back Hanna Lundkvist on a multi-year deal. The contract extension for Japan playmaker Hinata Miyazawa, a fan favourite since joining in 2023. Regarding Miyazawa’s extension, a club official stated: “She has become a critical component to the way we play. Her footballing intelligence and technical ability enables her and the team to control and dictate play from central areas.” The new defender, having joined from a club in 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 now featuring in the top European competition.”