Ellen Wangerheim: WSL raid of Damallsvenskan continues as Man United land Hammarby starlet
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Ellen Wangerheim: WSL raid of Damallsvenskan continues as Man United land Hammarby starlet
"Wangerheim, who arrives from Hammarby, has been in remarkable form this season, scoring nine goals and assisting a further seven in 16 appearances. The 21-year-old has signed a three-year deal with United. I am so excited. It feels amazing to be here, said Wangerheim. It's a huge club with big history. Sitting here in this shirt is a proud moment for me. It's always been my dream to move abroad and to play in another country, in Europe and in a really big football club."
"United's director of women's football Matt Johnson added: Ellen is one of Europe's best young talents. As a dynamic, invasive and versatile forward Ellen brings variation and a natural scoring instinct to the team. Ellen Wangerheim appeared twice at Euro 2025 Wangerheim's arrival will be a welcome boost to Marc Skinner's side, whose WSL form has taken a bit of a hit as they contest a first-ever Champions League campaign."
Ellen Wangerheim joined Manchester United Women from Hammarby on a three-year contract. She scored nine goals and provided seven assists in 16 appearances this season. The 21-year-old forward brings dynamism, versatility and a natural scoring instinct to United's attack. Wangerheim made two appearances for Sweden at Euro 2025 as the team topped their group before being eliminated by England in the quarter-finals. Her arrival strengthens Marc Skinner's squad amid a dip in WSL form and the club's first Champions League campaign. The transfer continues a steady flow of Damallsvenskan talent to the WSL this January.
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