Stoke City is currently focused on the upcoming EFL Championship season, which begins on August 10 against Coventry City. After making four crucial signings for the team, Steve Schumacher is pleased, but there may still be surprises before the season officially starts.
Possible offers and departures
There are ongoing rumors that Stoke City has several players being pursued by other teams, including Josh Laurent and Lewis Baker. These players have attracted interest in the English market, and there are even teams looking to arrange player swaps.
However, Stoke City has not yet given a definitive response. These players have shown great form during preseason matches and are eager to compete for The Potters. Additionally, there are rumors that another attacker might be added to the squad.
There are two young midfielders and two further players from top Premier League clubs who could join Stoke on loan.
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We will see how these developments unfold in the critical days leading up to the season, as players typically settle into their teams after the season begins, which is not ideal for Stoke City. They hope to finalize any additional signings in the coming days.
Players like Tom Cannon, Ki-Jana Hoever, and Luke Cundle remain on the list, but it remains to be seen what decisions Steve Schumacher will make for the season. With signings such as Viktor Johansson, Ben Gibson, Eric Bocat, and Sam Gallagher, the squad appears more than competitive for the EFL Championship.
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The most important thing will be to see the first match of the season and how Steve Schumacher develops his approach and strategy, alongside Chris Cohen, who has greatly assisted in fostering a competitive mindset and a strong start in the EFL Championship.