🔗 Share this article Manchester United Poised to Secure German Forward Lea Schüller 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 Major Signing for United The forward, with six months left on her deal, has been a prolific goalscorer for both club and country. Having scored more than 100 goals for the German giants and found the net 54 times in 82 caps for Germany. Her arrival is viewed as a marquee signing for the Women’s Super League team. Departure from Bayern has been anticipated after she appeared to be fighting back tears while thanking the club's fans after a victory over Bayer Leverkusen this month. It was reported in December that the German women's top flight was losing one of its leading forwards. Per multiple sources, the formalities for the transfer are now finalised. Consistent Goalscoring to Strengthen United's Attack The 28-year-old’s arrival should represent a significant boost to United’s attacking options. Schüller has been remarkably consistent in front of goal in Germany’s top flight. Over seven consecutive seasons, up to and including the last term, she reached at least a double-figures tally of league goals. She claimed the top scorer award in 2021-22 season with 16 goals. Gathering Steam at Carrington Securing Schüller’s signature comes at a time when the club seem to be gathering positive momentum. Recent performances include 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 brought further activity: The signing of Sweden right-back Hanna Lundkvist on a multi-year deal. The new deal for Japan playmaker Hinata Miyazawa, a popular figure since arriving in 2023. Regarding the midfielder's extension, a senior figure stated: “Miyazawa is now a critical component to the way we play. Her footballing intelligence and technical ability enables her and the team to dominate play from central areas.” Lundkvist, who has arrived from a club in the NWSL, said: “You can sense how much the club have progressed in the last few years, playing in one of the most competitive leagues in the world and performing in the top European competition.”