Birmingham City to Millie Turner and Lisa Nalsund to Man U

Birmingham City have signed defender Millie Turner and midfielder Lisa Nalsund from Manchester United.

The pair, who announced their engagement last month, are believed to have joined for a six-figure fee as Birmingham prepare to return to the Women’s Super League (WSL).

Birmingham won the WSL 2 title last season to end a five-year absence from the top flight.

It is understood that Turner, who has two England caps, and Nalsund, who has made 39 appearances for Norway, have signed three-year deals.

Turner, 30, made 189 appearances over eight years at United and was part of the side that won their first major trophy, the FA Cup, in 2024.

“This is where I want to be. It’s an exciting project and I think there’s no limit to what we can achieve here,” he said.

Turner came through the ranks at United, helping them achieve WSL 2 promotion in 2019, and has only made more appearances for the Ella Toon club.

“He’s someone who brings a lot of experience and quality at the highest level, but just as importantly, he’s a brilliant character and a real leader,” said Birmingham manager Amy Merricks.

“We know the standards he will set every day will have a really positive impact on this group.”

Nalsund has made 74 appearances for United and scored eight goals since joining in January 2023.

The 31-year-old previously won back-to-back league titles with Norwegian side Brann.

“When I chatted with the club, they immediately gave me a very good feeling about it,” Nalsund said.

“When you’re debating which club to go to, you always have that gut feeling and decide where you go.

“This place excited me the most and the people were really nice. It’s a really good project here and I think the future could be pretty bright.”

Nalsund had a year left on his contract after United triggered an extension clause until 2027 in January, meaning Birmingham had to pay the fee.

United have had a quiet transfer window, but sources suggest the money from the sale will be reinvested in the squad before the start of next season.