Manchester United sign Spain’s World Cup winning midfielder Irene Guerrero from Atletico Madrid and goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce from OL Reign for £100,000

• Manchester United have confirmed the signing of midfielder Irene Guerrero
• She was a member of the Spain side that won the World Cup by beating England
• United have also signed goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce on a permanent deal 

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of midfielder Irene Guerrero on a permanent deal.

The 26-year-old joins the club having started her career at Real Betis, before moving to Levante and most recently plying her trade with Atletico Madrid.

Guerrero was also a member of the Spain side that won the World Cup last month, beating England 1-0 in the final in Sydney.

‘I feel very happy and very privileged to be here,’ Guerrero said.

‘I am very proud to be part of the Manchester United family and look forward to achieving all our goals together.’

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Atletico Madrid midfielder Irene Guerrero

Guerrero was also part of the Spain side that beat England to win the World Cup last month

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United boss Marc Skinner added: ‘Irene is a World Cup winner whose quality is an excellent addition to our team.

‘The experience she brings, both domestically and internationally, will be key as we pursue success across the multiple competitions, we face this season.

‘We are delighted to bring a player of Irene’s stature to Manchester United Women.’

United have also signed goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce on a permanent deal for around £100k.

The 26-year-old has joined from OL Reign after a previous spell with French Division 1 Feminine club Reims.

Phallon Tullis-Joyce said: ‘Today has been pure excitement for me. Manchester United is such an historic club, that has already done so much in the women’s game. I’m so honoured to get this opportunity.’

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