Malard completes permanent United move
Manchester United Women are delighted to announce the permanent signing of France international Melvine Malard on a contract running until the end of the 2026/27 season, subject to registration.
The 24-year-old forward initially joined United on a season-long loan from Division 1 Féminine side Lyon in the summer of 2023, making 29 appearances and scoring seven goals in Red during her loan spell last campaign.
Melvine played a key part in creating history with Manchester United Women in May, as she helped the club lift the Adobe Women’s FA Cup at Wembley, following our 4-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
Malard grateful for club's support
ArticleMelvine puts her blistering start to life as a United player down to being "surrounded by good vibes".
Melvine Malard:
"I am very happy to make my stay here at Manchester United permanent, after this great club and this great city became my home last season. Here I felt loved. Thank you to the fans for welcoming me so well - I will do what it takes to give you even more than last season and I look forward to more winning seasons together."
Marc Skinner:
"Melvine is an excellent character on and off the pitch, with winning pedigree, who we are delighted to see join our Manchester United family on a permanent basis. She has already given our fans some great memories and will no doubt continue to do so in the coming seasons."
"I am very happy to make my stay here at Manchester United permanent, after this great club and this great city became my home last season. Here I felt loved. Thank you to the fans for welcoming me so well - I will do what it takes to give you even more than last season and I look forward to more winning seasons together."
Marc Skinner:
"Melvine is an excellent character on and off the pitch, with winning pedigree, who we are delighted to see join our Manchester United family on a permanent basis. She has already given our fans some great memories and will no doubt continue to do so in the coming seasons."