Liverpool Confirm Loan Signing Japan Defender Risa Shimizu

Liverpool has secured the season-long loan signing of Japanese international full-back Risa Shimizu from Manchester City. The 29-year-old defender, who has earned 79 caps for Japan and participated in two Women's World Cups and two Olympics, reunites with Liverpool manager Gareth Taylor, who previously recruited her at Manchester City. Shimizu missed the entire last season due to an ACL injury sustained at the Olympics but has since made a full recovery and returned to play in Manchester City's recent friendly match. She expressed excitement about joining Liverpool and confidence in the club's playing style under Taylor, citing their previous work together as a key factor in her decision. Shimizu aims to gain further match fitness and contribute to Liverpool’s campaign under Taylor's guidance. Manchester City has wished her well for her loan spell at Liverpool.