The Rising Star of Stoke City’s Impressive Performance
• Stoke City has big ambitions to keep this player
• Youth is a key factor for The Potters this season
By Oscar Cortes
Currently, we see young players excelling at a young age in major leagues around the world. In the case of Stoke City, they have several talented young players competing in the EFL Championship, making a strong impression in every match and contributing to the team.
One standout player is Andrew Moran, who is on loan from Brighton. Moran is having a fantastic season with The Potters, and although his contract with Stoke City runs until May 30, 2025, the club is looking forward to a great year with him, as he gives his all for Stoke City.
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Andrew Moran’s Performance Against Bristol City
The 21-year-old player Andrew Moran showed great quality in his match against Bristol City. He played the full 90 minutes and had 62 touches, completing 68% of his passes with 30 successful passes out of 44 attempts. This was a very positive display, as it highlighted his excellent work in both the offensive and defensive phases of the game. His performance also included scoring a fantastic goal that contributed to Stoke City’s efforts.
This performance cements him as a promising talent for the team. Stoke City hopes to continue working with him beyond this season and avoid his return to Brighton. However, this will be a challenge, as the Irish player is in excellent form and likely to attract interest from other clubs in the upcoming transfer windows.
Stoke City's Long-Term Ambitions with Andrew Moran
Ideally, Stoke City will maximize Moran’s potential and make him a key part of the club’s future. Coach Narcis Pelach is expected to work closely with him, as Moran has started the season at a very high level. Additionally, he has been performing well with Ireland's U21 team, representing his country with pride and earning significant playing time.
There is even speculation that Moran might be called up to the senior Ireland squad in the next international window. However, Stoke City is carefully managing his development, ensuring that he remains part of their long-term project.
With Moran leading the midfield alongside talented players like Jordan Thompson and Wouter Burger, Stoke City hopes to raise the overall quality of their game during the 2024-2025 season. Although Stoke City's goal of reaching the Premier League is difficult to achieve this year, the team remains committed to fighting for this objective despite any challenges, and Moran will play a crucial role in that pursuit.