🔗 Share this article Manchester United Set to Sign Germany Forward Lea Schüller away from the Bavarian Giants Manchester United are on the verge of sealing the deal for prolific German forward Lea Schüller on a permanent transfer away from Bayern Munich. A Marquee Signing 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 found the net 54 times in 82 appearances for her country. Her arrival is viewed as a marquee signing for the WSL side. Departure from Munich was expected after she was seen fighting back tears while thanking the German club’s fans after a victory over Bayer Leverkusen this month. Reports in late December that the Frauen-Bundesliga was losing one of its top strikers. Per reports, the formalities for the move have now been completed. Reliable Goal Threat to Strengthen United's Attack The experienced striker's arrival is expected to provide a significant boost to United’s attacking options. Schüller has been remarkably reliable in front of goal in the Bundesliga. For seven straight seasons, up to and including the last term, she reached at least a double-digit tally of league goals. She won the Golden Boot in 2021-22 season with 16 goals. Gathering Momentum at Old Trafford The acquisition of Schüller’s signature coincides with a period when the club appear to be gathering positive momentum. Their recent on-pitch successes feature qualifying for the Champions League knockout phase playoffs in a seeded position and a win in the Conti Cup quarter-finals. In the transfer market, the mid-season window has seen additional activity: The acquisition of Sweden right-back Hanna Lundkvist on a multi-year deal. The new deal for Japan playmaker Hinata Miyazawa, who has become popular figure since arriving in 2023. On the midfielder's extension, a club official commented: “Miyazawa is now a vital part to the way we play. Her understanding of the game and technical ability enables her and the team to dominate play from the middle of the park.” The new defender, having arrived from a side from the American league, added: “You can feel how much they [United] have progressed in the last few years, playing in one of the most competitive leagues in the world and now featuring in the Champions League.”