Rebeca Bernal Becomes First Mexican Woman to Play for Manchester United

Rebeca Bernal is set to make history as the first Mexican woman to play for Manchester United. The Mexico international defender will also become the first player developed in Mexico's women's league to move to European football and the first from that league to play in England's Women's Super League.

Manchester United announced her arrival on its official X account, introducing Bernal as the club's latest signing. Matt Johnson, the club's director of women's football, welcomed the move and described her as an exceptional player who brings quality, leadership and experience to a young squad.

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Our latest signing has arrived. Reds, meet our new addition: Rebeca Bernal.

Bernal, 29, currently plays for the Washington Spirit in the United States' National Women's Soccer League. She previously built a historic career with Monterrey's women's team, the Rayadas, making 250 appearances, winning four titles and scoring 66 goals. She joined Monterrey in 2017 and remained there until 2025, when she signed for Washington.

With the Spirit, Bernal reached the final of the Concacaf W Champions Cup several months ago, losing to Mexican club América. She has also established herself as an important member of Mexico's national team. Her move to Manchester United marks another first for players emerging from Mexico's women's league, which began in 2017.

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Rebeca is an exceptional player who brings quality, leadership and experience to our young and promising squad.