The 12th season of the Women's Super League will kick off this weekend and there is plenty to keep an eye on.

We are previewing every team ahead of the 2022/23 campaign and this instalment will take a look at Leicester, Manchester City, Everton and their newly promoted rivals Liverpool.

The Reds, who have two WSL titles to their name, secured their place back in England's top flight after winning the Championship earlier this year.

All four teams in this preview have a point to prove — whether it's re-establishing their WSL pedigree, avoiding a relegation fight, or pushing to challenge for the title.

We've taken a look at last season's standings, star players, and new signings to determine how we think each team will fare.

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Everton

Manager: Brian Sørensen

Last season’s finish: 10th

WSL titles: None

Star players: Hanna Bennison, Aurora Galli

Hanna Bennison stole the headlines during Euro 2022 with a stunning goal from off the bench in Sweden's win over Switzerland.

The 19-year-old opened up her international account in spectacular fashion and we can surely expect more influential performances from her on the domestic stage.

Aurora Galli — the first Italian to play in the WSL — produced some important goals last season, including the only goal in a 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

With several creative players leaving Everton this summer, Galli will be called upon to help lead the line and hopefully bag more crucial goals.

DAGENHAM, ENGLAND - JANUARY 23: Hanna Bennison of Everton looks on during the Barclays FA Women's Super League match between West Ham United Women and Everton Women at Chigwell Construction Stadium on January 23, 2022 in Dagenham, England. (Photo by Jacques Feeney/Getty Images)

Transfers: In — Aggie Beevor-Jones (on loan from Chelsea), Karen Holmgaard (Turbine Potsdam), Sara Holmgaard (Turbine Potsdam), Jess Park (on loan from Man City), Emily Ramsey (on loan from Man United), Katja Snoeijs (Bordeaux), Katrine Veje (Rosengard), Clare Wheeler (on loan from Fortuna Hjørring)

Out — Anna Anvegård (BK Hacken), Grace Clinton (Man United), Kenza Dali (Aston Villa), Claire Emslie (Angel City), Valerie Gauvin (North Carolina Courage), Sandy MacIver (Man City), Simone Magill (Aston Villa), Cecilía Rán Rúnarsdóttir (Bayern Munich), Danielle Turner (Aston Villa)

Predicted finish: 11th

The Toffees struggled to keep up with the likes of Aston Villa and Reading last season and finished tenth after winning just five matches out of 22.

Over the summer they have lost Anna Anvegård, Claire Emslie and Simone Magill, who all contributed important goals to a modest tally of 18 throughout the campaign. Without their influence, it's likely the team will struggle even more to create chances and find the back of the net against sides who have strengthened their ranks.

While Everton have also made some strong signings, it may be too tall an ask for them to make an immediate impact and help the Blues rise up the table this season.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 25: Leonie Maier of Everton (obscured) celebrates with team mates after scoring their side's first goal during the Barclays FA Women's Super League match between Everton Women and Birmingham City Women at Walton Hall Park on September 25, 2021 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Leicester

Manager: Lydia Bedford

Last season’s finish: 11th

WSL titles: None

Star players: Natasha Flint, Kirstie Levell

Since joining the club in 2020, Natasha Flint has been a crucial player for Leicester. Her 17 goals during her first season helped the Foxes secure promotion to the WSL for the first time in their history.

The striker finished the season with the second highest goals scored in the Championship, behind only former Sheffield United star Katie Wilkinson.

Goalkeeper Kirstie Levell is another key member of the team and is known for producing crucial saves when called upon.

The shot-stopper suffered a lengthy injury last season but should make a big impact now she is fit and firing again.

DAGENHAM, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Kate Longhurst of West Ham United Women and Natasha Flint of Leicester City Women in action during the Barclays FA Women's Super League match between West Ham United Women and Leicester City Women at Chigwell Construction Stadium on September 26, 2021 in Dagenham, England. (Photo by Tom Dulat/Getty Images)

Transfers: In — Josie Green (Spurs), Erin Simon (Racing Louisville), Aileen Whelan (Brighton)

Out — Sophie Barker (Sheffield United on loan), Elysia Boddy (Bristol City), Esme de Graaf (Feyenoord), Charlie Devlin (Birmingham City), Abbi Grant (Glasgow City), Sophie Harris (Southampton)

Predicted finish: 12th

While the Foxes have recruited well, bringing in the likes of Aileen Whelan, it's difficult to predict a strong season for them.

They narrowly avoided relegation by just two points last campaign, and with more players leaving the camp than coming over the threshold, we think it will be too much of an uphill climb to evade the drop for a second time.

LEICESTER, ENGLAND - APRIL 03: Leicester City huddle prior to the Barclays FA Women's Super League match between Leicester City Women and Arsenal Women at The King Power Stadium on April 03, 2022 in Leicester, England. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

Liverpool

Manager: Matt Beard

Last season’s finish: Promoted from Championship

WSL titles: Two

Star players: Leanne Kiernan, Rachel Furness

Leanne Kiernan finished last season with an impressive 13 goals, which played a huge role in Liverpool's promotion back into the WSL. She will be relied on to produce another strong campaign as the Reds look to re-establish themselves as a top flight outfit.

Rachel Furness is another Liverpool talisman who is capable of scoring goals from any range.

The midfielder enjoyed competing in her first major international tournament this summer at Euro 2022 but has since announced she has stepped away from duties with Northern Ireland.

With her focus now fully on domestic football, Furness could be in for one of her best seasons yet.

BIRKENHEAD, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 27: Leanne Kiernan of Liverpool looks dejected during the Vitality Women's FA Cup Fifth Round match between Liverpool Women and Arsenal Women at Prenton Park on February 27, 2022 in Birkenhead, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Transfers: In — Eartha Cumings (Charlton Athletic), Gilly Flaherty (West Ham), Emma Koivisto (Brighton), Shanice van de Sanden (Wolfsburg)

Out — Ashley Hodson (Birmingham City on loan), Meikayla Moore (Glasgow City), Lucy Parry (Hibernian on loan)

Predicted finish: 8th

Liverpool are no strangers to the WSL and have in fact won the title twice.

They were relegated to the Championship in 2020 after a player exodus saw a number of big names leave the club.

However, the Reds have since rebuilt their squad, signed some big names and have re-signed manager Matt Beard, who led the club to their back-to-back wins in 2013 and 2014.

We've predicted a strong mid table finish for Liverpool in their returning season. This is based on their top flight experience and resilience to bounce back so quickly from relegation heartbreak two years ago.

BIRKENHEAD, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 17: Jade Bailey of Liverpool celebrates with Ashley Hodson and Georgia Walters after scoring their side's first goal during the FA Women's Continental Tyres League Cup Group A match between Liverpool Women and Blackburn Rovers Ladies at Prenton Park on November 17, 2021 in Birkenhead, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Manchester City

Manager: Gareth Taylor

Last season’s finish: 3rd

WSL titles: One

Star players: Lauren Hemp, Chloe Kelly

The English duo are exceptional young talents and both played a huge part in the Lionesses' historic Euro 2022 title win.

Lauren Hemp is undoubtedly one of the league's most threatening attackers and has been named the WSL's Young Player of the Year on four occasions.

Chloe Kelly's Euro 2022 heroics have made her a household name and her goalscoring ability will be relied on in the absence of Ellen White, who retired shortly after England's fairytale summer.

After returning from an ACL injury last season, Kelly tallied a goal and three assists in five appearances.

MADRID, SPAIN - AUGUST 18: Chloe Kelly of Manchester City in action during the UEFA Women's Champions League match between Manchester City and Tomiris-Turan at Valdebebas Training Ground on August 18, 2022 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Transfers: In — Kerstin Casparij (FC Twente), Deyna Castellanos (Atletico Madrid), Mary Fowler (Montpellier), Sandy MacIver (Everton), Leila Ouahabi (Barcelona)

Out — Janine Beckie (Portland Thorns), Lucy Bronze (Barcelona), Jill Scott (retired), Georgia Stanway (Bayern Munich), Caroline Weir (Real Madrid), Ellen White (retired)

Predicted finish: 4th

City piled the pressure on Chelsea during the 2020/21 season, but were hardly involved in the title race last campaign, finishing five points ahead of rivals Manchester United.

They have lost several key players over the summer, including creative playmakers Georgia Stanway and Caroline Weir. Additionally, veterans Ellen White and Jill Scott both announced their retirement following their Euro 2022 success with England.

While they still boast some world class players, it will likely be another close contest between them and Manchester United for the final Champions League spot. Unfortunately for City, we see them falling just short of the mark this time round.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 15: Lauren Hemp of Manchester City celebrates with teammates after scoring their team's first goal during the Vitality Women's FA Cup Final match between Chelsea Women and Manchester City Women at Wembley Stadium on May 15, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)