Following the arrivals of Shania Hayles and Amy Andrews earlier in the week, centre back Cooper checked in on Tyneside, bringing a wealth of experience to United after leaving Reading.

The former Chelsea defender - who also played cricket for Kent between 2008 and 2016 - joined Serena Taylor for a walk around her new city after joining the Magpies, as you can see in this newcastleunited.com gallery.