Stoke Sign Wingers Ampah And Rak-Sakyi
2 February 2026
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Stoke City have actually signed 2 wingers on due date day, with Ato Ampah signing up with from Chelsea for what is believed to be a seven-figure cost, and Crystal Palace forward Jesurun Rak-Sakyi showing up on loan until of the season.
Ampah has represented England at Under-18 and Under-20 levels and his one senior appearance for Chelsea, in a Europa Conference League group-phase match against Astana, made him a winner's medal.
The 19-year-old, who has 19 objectives and 18 assists for Chelsea's academy sides in 41 starts, has actually signed an agreement till 2029.
Stoke sporting director Jonathan Walters stated:, external "He has a truly strong mindset and, as a fast, vibrant winger, he is the kind of player who can get you off your seat.
"He fits the profile of player we desire in wide locations for Stoke City."
Rak-Sakyi has been with the Eagles since signing youth terms in April 2021, making six Premier League looks for the south London outfit.
But the bulk of his profession to date has involved loans far from Selhurst Park, consisting of full seasons at Charlton and Sheffield United, and he invested the very first half of this project with Caykur Rizespor in the Turkish leading flight.
Winger Rak-Sakyi passed 100 career looks throughout his latest loan and brings a lot of experience to the Bet365 Stadium as the Potters promote the play-offs.
Walters told the club website, external they had actually been tracking the former England Under-21 worldwide with a January bid in mind.
"Having identified Jesurun as a target prior to the transfer window, we are now happy to make him a Stoke City gamer for the season's final third," said Walters.
"He has actually offered objectives and helps throughout his profession to date, consisting of in last season's Championship for Sheffield United, when he was a standout forward player.
"The way he plays the video game is exciting and direct so I'm sure our fans will rapidly take to him."
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