Manchester United has officially announced the signing of Sweden international Anna Sandberg on a three-year contract, with an option for an additional year.
Sandberg, a highly-rated defender, comes to United from BK Hacken, where she has been playing since July 2022 and has gained significant experience in the Champions League with the Damallsvenskan club.
Internationally, Sandberg was a part of the Sweden squad that secured third place at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Her transfer to Manchester United sets a new record for the highest transfer fee for a Swedish women’s player, exceeding the £150,000 that Everton paid to Rosengard for Hanna Bennison in 2021.
At 21 years old, the full-back is United’s fourth signing of the summer, joining the ranks after Dominique Janssen, Elisabeth Terland, and Melvine Malard.
Expressing her excitement about the move, Sandberg said, “I’m very happy and grateful to sign for this big club, Manchester United. I hope I can help our team with my qualities and deliver many winning moments for our fantastic fans.”
Manager Marc Skinner shared his enthusiasm for the new addition, stating, “We are delighted to have Anna join our Manchester United family.
She is a talented young player, who already has a wealth of international and Champions League experience. We look forward to seeing her develop further in red.”
Manchester United finished fifth in the Women’s Super League (WSL) last season and clinched the Women’s FA Cup. They are set to kick off their 2024/25 season against West Ham United at Old Trafford during the weekend of September 21/22.
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