Kerstin Casparij has said her move to Manchester City has been like joining a "new world."
The Dutch defender arrived in England for the first time from FC Twente last summer as one of seven signings made by manager Gareth Taylor. Quickly, she has already become one of the standout out right-backs in the division, helping City up to fourth in the table ahead of the winter break.
City return to league action following the month lay-off with a trip to West Ham this weekend, knowing at least one of the sides above them will drop points courtesy of Arsenal's clash with Chelsea. And Casparij was a key part of their end of year revival, with an excellent run of form in the back four.