🔗 Share this article The Red Devils Set to Secure Germany Forward Lea Schüller from Bayern Munich Manchester United are on the verge of sealing the deal for prolific Germany forward Lea Schüller in a permanent move from Bayern Munich. A Marquee Signing for United Schüller, who has six months remaining on her contract, is known as a consistent goalscorer for both club and country. She has scored more than 100 goals for the German giants and found the net 54 times in 82 appearances for Germany. This signing will be seen as a marquee signing for the Women’s Super League side. Her exit from Bayern has been anticipated since she was seen fighting back tears while applauding the club's fans after a victory over Bayer Leverkusen this month. Reports in December that the German women's top flight was set to lose one of its top forwards. Per multiple sources, the formalities for the transfer have now been completed. Consistent Goalscoring to Boost United's Forward Line The experienced striker's arrival is expected to provide a major boost to United’s forward line. Schüller has been highly consistent in front of goal in the Bundesliga. Over seven consecutive seasons, up to and including the most recent campaign, she achieved at least a double-digit tally of league goals. She claimed the top scorer award in 2021-22 season with a haul of 16 goals. Gathering Steam at Old Trafford Securing Schüller’s signature coincides with a period when United 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. Off the pitch, the mid-season window has seen further activity: The signing of Sweden defender Hanna Lundkvist on a multi-year deal. The new deal for Japan midfielder Hinata Miyazawa, who has become fan favourite since joining in 2023. Regarding the midfielder's extension, a club official commented: “She has become a critical part to the way we play. Her footballing intelligence and skill allows her and the team to dominate play from the middle of the park.” The new defender, having arrived from a club in the American league, added: “You can sense how much they [United] have grown in the last few years, competing in one of the strongest leagues in the world and now featuring in the top European competition.”