Stoke City are benefiting from the presence of striker Tom Cannon, who is on loan from Premier League club Leicester City.
Tom Cannon’s goal-scoring ability was on full display when he netted four times in Stoke City’s 6-1 victory over Portsmouth, a team still searching for their first win since returning to the Championship.
Tom Cannon 2024/25 Championship Stats:
– Appearances: 5
– Starts: 5
– Expected goals (xG): 1.76
– Goals: 4
However, Stoke may not keep Cannon for the full season. According to Alan Nixon, Leicester City could recall the striker in January to make him available for a permanent transfer. The Foxes are looking to raise £10m through his sale, with Sheffield United and West Brom showing interest.
Pundit Carlton Palmer on Cannon’s Situation:
Palmer shared concerns with *Football League World*, saying, “It’s worrying for Stoke. Cannon has a recall clause in January, and Leicester may want to cash in. His form has attracted Sheffield United and West Brom, and Stoke might struggle to compete.”
Leicester initially sought £10m in the summer but couldn’t find buyers. With Cannon’s form now catching attention, clubs like Sheffield United may step in, especially if they see him as the key to Premier League promotion.
Stoke Could Lose Cannon in January:
As Palmer noted, Stoke should be concerned about losing Cannon in January, especially with interest from top Championship clubs. Having scored four of Stoke’s 10 league goals this season, his importance is clear. If Sheffield United or West Brom make their move, Cannon might prefer joining a team with Premier League aspirations, leaving Stoke in a tough spot.