🔗 Share this article The Red Devils Poised to Sign German Forward Lea Schüller away from the Bavarian Giants Manchester United are on the verge of completing the signing for prolific Germany striker Lea Schüller on a permanent transfer away from Bayern Munich. A Marquee Acquisition for the WSL Side The forward, with half a year remaining on her contract, has been a consistent goalscorer for both club and country. She has netted over 100 goals for Bayern and found the net 54 times in 82 appearances for her country. This signing is viewed as a major signing for the Women’s Super League team. Her exit from Munich has been anticipated after she was seen fighting back tears while applauding the club's supporters after a victory over Bayer Leverkusen recently. It was reported in December that the German women's top flight was losing one of its top strikers. According to multiple sources, the formalities for the move are now finalised. Reliable Goal Threat to Strengthen the Forward Line The experienced striker's arrival is expected to provide a major uplift to United’s attacking options. Schüller has been highly consistent in front of goal in Germany’s top flight. Over seven consecutive seasons, including the last term, she reached at least a double-figures tally of league goals. She claimed the Golden Boot in 2021-22 season with a haul of 16 goals. Building Momentum at Carrington Securing the German international comes at a time when the club appear to be gathering positive momentum. Their recent performances feature securing a place in the European knockout phase playoffs in a seeded position and a victory in the League Cup quarter-finals. Off the pitch, the winter break has brought additional business: The acquisition of Sweden right-back Hanna Lundkvist on a multi-year deal. The contract extension for Japanese playmaker Hinata Miyazawa, who has become fan favourite 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 understanding of the game and skill allows her and the team to control and dictate play from the middle of the park.” The new defender, having arrived from a club in the NWSL, added: “You can feel how much the club have grown in the last few years, competing in one of the most competitive leagues in the world and performing in the Champions League.”