In this transfer market, there is talk that former Stoke City player Ki-Jana Hoever could return to the club, either on loan or in a permanent transfer. Having been crucial to the team in the past two seasons, Steve Schumacher is quite interested in bringing him back.
However, Hoever’s high market value might be the only obstacle to his return to Stoke City. His arrival could potentially lead to the departure of this right winger from Stoke City.
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Mehdi Leris Might Exit Steve Schumacher's Squad
The 26-year-old Algerian could see himself leaving Stoke City if Ki-Jana Hoever joins the team. Hoever, who played a key role in the team’s attack last season, could fill the position currently held by Leris. While Hoever played as a right-back, he can also operate as a right midfielder, which might affect Leris’s position.
Last season, Hoever featured in around 44 matches, scoring 4 goals and providing 5 assists, proving vital to the team’s attack. In contrast, Mehdi Leris played 33 matches, scoring 3 goals and delivering 3 assists, not matching Hoever's effectiveness.
Attempts by Stoke City to lure Ki-Jana Hoever back to the club could prompt the exit of Mehdi Leris to Pisa.
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Should Stoke beat off interest from Sheffield Utd to land Hoever for a third time, they are likely to sanction a deal for Leris.
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However, these are still rumors. The future of Ki-Jana Hoever remains uncertain as Wolverhampton has not disclosed exact plans for him, and a potential departure could be imminent.
Several teams are interested in Hoever, with Sheffield United also keen on signing him. Meanwhile, Pisa is interested in Mehdi Leris. The outcome of these situations will become clearer in the coming days.