Mike Pejic, a Stoke City legend, is in charge of Steven Schumacher’s team construction and hiring decisions. Stoke City’s transfer planning for this season clearly […]
Former Stoke City manager Gary Rowett recently reflected on the transfer window, expressing optimism for Stoke’s business and the moves made by other Championship clubs. He praised Derby County for their key signings, particularly David Ozoh and Nat Phillips, while also highlighting Stoke’s strategic approach of bringing in young talent like Lewis Koumas. Rowett compared this to the success Derby had with loan players like Mason Mount and Fikayo Tomori in previous seasons. He remains hopeful for Stoke’s upcoming season and noted that the Championship, while not as strong as last year, still boasts a wide spread of competitive teams.
Lewis Koumas has quickly made his mark at Stoke City, scoring on his full Championship debut in a narrow 2-1 defeat to West Brom and contributing a goal and assist in a 5-0 Carabao Cup win over Middlesbrough. A clinical finisher with the ability to glide past defenders, much like his father, Koumas has also been a creative force, carving out opportunities for his teammates. His versatility has seen him excel on both flanks, and alongside fellow standout Million Manhoef, he looks set to be a key figure for Stoke this season.
Astronaut Tim Peake has talked about the “brilliant” moment he had while serving on the International Space Station (ISS) when he flew the Stoke City […]
This summer, Steven Schumacher and Jon Walters entered the loan market with a clear strategy in mind, mindful of the financial constraints imposed by Financial Fair Play. Their focus was on carefully selecting young, talented players who could add real value to Stoke City’s squad. Securing the likes of Tom Cannon, Andrew Moran, Lewis Koumas, and Ashley Phillips required patience and a strong pitch to convince both the players and their parent clubs that Stoke was the ideal destination.
As the season unfolds, there’s a growing sense of optimism surrounding these new additions. This approach marks a departure from the club’s previous tendency to sign loanees with the hope of making them permanent, which often led to forgettable squad members. Instead, the focus is now on youth, with pathways being created for academy graduates and younger players being entrusted with more prominent roles, resulting in the youngest starting XI in Stoke’s history in recent games. This shift reflects a broader change in philosophy, as Stoke City looks to the future with renewed energy and ambition.
Tom Cannon’s arrival on loan presents a pivotal opportunity for Stoke City, and manager Steven Schumacher is keen to make the most of it. Despite his youth, Cannon has more Championship experience than other options, making him the clear choice for the starting striker role after being handed the number nine shirt. With ten goals in just 33 games, he has shown promise, averaging a goal every two and a half games. If Cannon can stay fit and slightly improve his scoring rate, he could be a game-changer for Stoke, who are eager to break out of a cycle of mediocrity and push for a play-off spot this season.
Steven Schumacher has revamped his midfield with late summer deals Stoke City is ready to be patient with their deadline day signing, Tatsuki Seko, as […]
In July 2023, Daniel Johnson joined Stoke City on a two-year contract, brought in by then-manager Alex Neil to strengthen the club’s midfield depth. Over the course of the season, Johnson made 31 appearances across all competitions, contributing two goals. Before his time at Stoke, Johnson honed his skills in the academies of Crystal Palace and Aston Villa, where he developed into the experienced midfielder the Potters sought to enhance their squad.
Stoke City have revamped their squad in Jon Walters and Steven Schumacher’s first summer window in charge Stoke City had clear targets at the start […]
Stoke City are set to bolster their attack before the transfer window closes, with Steven Schumacher targeting a new striker. Stoke City are aiming to […]
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