🔗 Share this article Manchester United Poised to Secure German Striker Lea Schüller away from Bayern Munich Manchester United are on the verge of sealing the deal for prolific Germany forward Lea Schüller in a permanent move from the Frauen-Bundesliga champions. A Major Acquisition for the WSL Side The forward, with six months left on her deal, has been a consistent goalscorer for both club and country. Having netted over 100 goals for the German giants and scored 54 times in 82 caps for Germany. Her arrival will be seen as a marquee signing for the WSL team. Departure from Munich was expected after she appeared to be fighting back tears while thanking the German club’s fans following a victory over Bayer Leverkusen recently. It was reported in late December that the German women's top flight was losing one of its top forwards. According to multiple sources, the formalities for the move are now finalised. Reliable Goal Threat to Strengthen the Attack The 28-year-old’s signing is expected to provide a major boost to United’s forward line. She has been highly consistent with her finishing in the Bundesliga. Over seven consecutive seasons, up to and including the most recent campaign, she reached at least a double-digit tally of league goals. She won the Golden Boot in 2021-22 season with 16 goals. Building Steam at Carrington The acquisition of the German international coincides with a period when the club seem to be gathering momentum. Their recent performances include securing a place in the European knockout phase playoffs as a seeded team and a win in the Conti Cup quarter-finals. Off the pitch, the winter break has brought additional activity: The signing of Swedish defender Hanna Lundkvist on a multi-year deal. The contract extension for Japan playmaker Hinata Miyazawa, a fan favourite since joining in 2023. Regarding the midfielder's new deal, a club official stated: “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.” Lundkvist, who has joined from a side from the NWSL, said: “You can sense how much the club have progressed in the last few years, playing in one of the strongest leagues in the world and performing in the top European competition.”