Fran Stenson is here to stay - and she couldn't be happier.
Our young goalkeeper agreed a new long-term contract on Tuesday, committing her future to the club after last season's successful loan spell at Blackburn Rovers.
And for Stenson, it was always the plan to return to north London this term to challenge for our No 1 shirt.
"Last season I was always going to go on loan and I think this season was always about knuckling down and trying to get my games with the first team," she said.
"Joe's been really supportive and approachable. I think we both worked together and came to the conclusion that I'd stay at the club this season to hopefully get some gametime.
"I think it was really important, especially at the time of my career as well. Having regular gametime was good and although it was cut short, it was really good and they've helped me in so many different ways. I will always be thankful for that so I wish them the best in the future.
"I'm really looking to knuckle down and keep working hard. I'm really looking forward to what the future holds. Hopefully I can get some gametime. It's about working hard and seeing what the future has to bring."
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