The Return of Players to Stoke City After the FIFA Window
• Players continue to compete for a spot in Stoke City's starting lineup.
• Two highly competitive matches are coming up for Steve Schumacher’s squad.
By Oscar Cortes
Several players showcased their talent representing different national teams during the international break. Stoke City’s squad includes high-quality players with a promising future, as demonstrated by their performances for their respective countries.
Among the standout performers were those who competed in youth divisions. England and the Netherlands were notable for calling up Stoke City players. Now, these players must return to compete with The Potters as the season progresses, with many matches still to come for the team to remain competitive at the highest level.
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A Challenging Schedule for The Potters
The upcoming fixtures will be crucial, requiring peak performance from each player. Millian Manhoef, for example, impressed with the Netherlands U21, scoring twice and providing an assist in his two matches. Emre Tezguel and Ashley Phillips also saw action with England U20, demonstrating their quality and potential for future involvement with the senior national team.
Jaden Dixon and Sol Sidibé’s performances with England U18 further underscored the bright future of these young talents. It is hoped that they will continue to perform well throughout the season with Stoke City.
The Potters face a challenging schedule with matches against Oxford United on September 14 and Fleetwood in the Carabao Cup on September 17. Steve Schumacher will need to assess these players, including new signings Tatsuki Seko and Tom Cannon, who have yet to make their debut but are expected to contribute significantly.
The FIFA window has highlighted Stoke City’s exceptional talent and the potential of their current and future squad. The team aims to compete at the highest level and work towards a return to the Premier League.
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