The Japanese international put pen to paper and committed her future to Manchester City for the next three years.
The 28-year-old full-back has already gained a wealth of Barclays Women’s Super League experience with West Ham. During her two-year stint in London, she played 42 top-flight matches and proved a key figure for The Irons.
But now, looking for a new challenge, Shimizu is the Club’s second signing of the 2024 summer transfer window - after Dutch international Vivianne Miedema - as Gareth Taylor looks to expand his squad ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.
Shimizu’s trip to Manchester to meet her new head coach, as well as her first time wearing the City kit during her contract signing, were captured by City’s photography team.
Check out the best images from Risa’s first day at the CFA via the gallery below!
