Zigiotti Olme is back in England. Sweden internacional became a Red Devil
After a season with Bayern Munich, the Swedish international is returning to England. The former Brighton player will be wearing the Manchester United jersey starting in September.
- Manchester United Women have signed Sweden international midfielder Julia Zigiotti Olme from Bayern Munich on a two-year contract, with an optional third year extension.
- Zigiotti Olme joins after winning both the Frauen‑Bundesliga and DFB‑Pokal with Bayern in the 2024–25 season.
- The 27‑year‑old was capped over 40 times for Sweden, featuring as they reached the Euro 2025 quarter-finals, and scored in the shootout against England.
- The move marks United Women’s first signing of the summer ahead of their 2025/26 WSL campaign, with Europa‑League qualifiers and higher ambitions in sight.
- She will wear the No. 18 jersey for the upcoming season, as her preferred No. 15 was unavailable upon arrival.
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