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Manchester United's women's football side has finalized a major signing by securing the services of Germany national team striker Lea Schuller who joins from the Bundesliga champions.

The 28-year-old, who has signed a contract that will keep her at the club until June 2029, becomes the team's second new arrival of the January transfer window, following the arrival of defender Hanna Lundkvist.

An Accomplished Goalscorer

The player enjoyed a five-year spell at the Bavarian club, featuring in more than 100 games and helping the team win multiple league titles.

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

"From the first conversations that I had with head coach Marc Skinner and the club, the goals of everyone involved were extremely evident," said Schuller.

She was part of the squad that were beaten finalists to England at Euro 2022 and also claimed a third-place finish at the 2024 Olympic Games.

Ideal Move

"I still have so much that I want to achieve in my career, and I believe that Manchester United is the ideal environment for me," she added.

"I feel that the way the team plays of football will really suit my game. I am confident my attributes and know-how can help us to realize our objectives both in the WSL and in the Champions League."

Matt Johnson, Manchester United's head of women's football, remarked: "Her scoring prowess is phenomenal, her style of play will give our forward line an dynamic new edge.

"Lea's winning mentality and experience will be invaluable for our ambitious and youthful team as we continue to grow together and compete across both domestic and continental competitions."

Building for Europe

The club hope to be busy in the remaining weeks of the window as manager Marc Skinner looks to bolster his squad for the knockout stages of the Women's Champions League.

The club has already agreed a contract extension with important midfielder Hinata Miyazawa, who has agreed through to the end of the decade.