Overview
- United announced the Sweden international will join on January 1, 2026, subject to international clearance and registration, on a contract running until June 2029.
- Lundkvist strengthens a position identified as a priority after the club did not replace Aoife Mannion in the summer, increasing reliance on Jayde Riviere.
- The full-back has 17 caps for Sweden and started every match at Euro 2025.
- She departs NWSL side San Diego Wave and previously played for Atlético Madrid, Hammarby and AIK.
- Director of women’s football Matt Johnson said she brings quality and energy to the defence, while reports continue to link United with further January moves such as Bayern forward Lea Schüller.