As the transfer window draws to a close, rumors have been swirling about a potential exit for this Stoke City player. It seems increasingly likely that the 26-year-old, who is of Moroccan nationality, could leave Stoke City after just one season with the club. However, this departure would not be permanent; instead, the player is expected to be loaned out to another European team.
It appears that the player does not have the expected role or minutes in this current season. With the start of the EFL Championship and the Carabao Cup, the player is seeking more playing time but faces stiff competition for the center-forward position, especially after the arrival of Tom Cannon and other young forwards eager to become starters.
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Ryan Mmaee Could Be Loaned Out by Stoke City
Reports suggest that SK Rapid Vienna is very interested in the 26-year-old Moroccan forward. So far this season, Mmaee has played in four matches, accumulating around 150 minutes, all coming off the bench as he has yet to secure a starting role under Steve Schumacher.
The negotiations with SK Rapid Vienna are ongoing, with discussions about potentially including a purchase option in the loan deal. The forward is reportedly ready to give the green light to the move and join SK Rapid Vienna, although it is not yet certain if the purchase option will be included. There would also be a recall option in January if Stoke City decides to bring the player back.
SK Rapid Wien finalising talks to sign Ryan Mmaee on loan from Stoke. Option to buy will be included, striker waiting on green light from #SCFC to travel.
— We are Stoke (@weare_stoke) September 3, 2024
There will be a recall option in place for January should Stoke want to activate.
Source: @TEAMtalk
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Steve Schumacher is still assessing his squad to determine the best lineup for the season. With the arrivals of Tom Cannon and Lewis Koumas during this transfer window, Mmaee's spot is far from secure, and it will be challenging for him to displace these two players who are hungry for competition and eager to earn a starting role for the Potters. But nothing is set in stone.
These are still just rumors, and the negotiations could fall through at the last minute, meaning Ryan Mmaee could remain at Stoke City. We will have to wait and see how these negotiations progress in the coming days.