🔗 Share this article The Red Devils Set to Secure German Striker Lea Schüller from Bayern Munich The Women's Super League club are finalising completing the signing for prolific German forward Lea Schüller on a permanent transfer away from the Frauen-Bundesliga champions. A Major Signing for the WSL Side Schüller, who has half a year remaining on her contract, has been a consistent goalscorer for her club and the national team. She has netted over 100 goals for the German giants and scored 54 times in 82 caps for her country. Her arrival is viewed as a major signing for the Women’s Super League side. Departure from Munich has been anticipated after she appeared to be fighting back tears while applauding the club's fans following a win over Bayer Leverkusen this month. Reports in December that the Frauen-Bundesliga was losing one of its leading forwards. According to reports, all the paperwork for the transfer have now been completed. Consistent Goalscoring to Boost United's Forward Line The experienced striker's arrival should represent a major boost to United’s attacking options. Schüller has been remarkably consistent with her finishing in the Bundesliga. Over seven consecutive seasons, including the last term, she achieved at least a double-figures tally of league goals. She claimed the top scorer award in 2021-22 season with 16 goals. Gathering Momentum at Carrington The acquisition of Schüller’s signature coincides with a period when United seem to be building momentum. Recent performances feature securing a place in the Champions League knockout phase playoffs as a seeded team and a win in the Conti Cup quarter-finals. In the transfer market, the mid-season window has brought additional business: The acquisition of Swedish right-back Hanna Lundkvist on a multi-year deal. The contract extension for Japan midfielder Hinata Miyazawa, a fan favourite since arriving in 2023. Regarding the midfielder's extension, a club official commented: “She has become a critical component to the way we play. Her understanding of the game and technical ability enables her and the team to dominate play from central areas.” The new defender, having arrived from a club in the American league, added: “You can feel how much the club have progressed in the last few years, competing in one of the most competitive leagues in the world and performing in the Champions League.”