Stoke City's move for Djibril Soumaré is edging closer to completion. The Championship side has agreed a deal worth around £3.4m for the midfielder.

What's the deal?

The transfer agreement includes a 20% sell-on clause, which means Braga will receive a percentage of any future sale of the Senegalese midfielder. Braga will bank an immediate profit from the sale, having signed Soumaré on a permanent basis without paying a transfer fee.

Why it matters for Stoke City

The move is a significant one for Stoke City, who finished 17th in the Championship last season, 40 points behind leaders Coventry. Their recent form has been poor, with 0 wins in their last 5 games, and they will be hoping Soumaré can help turn their fortunes around. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 17th | | Points | 55 | | Recent form | LLLLD |

What comes next?

The medical formalities are expected to take place soon, and the deal should be finalized in the coming days. Stoke City's fans will be eager to see Soumaré in action, and the midfielder will be looking to make an impact in the Championship. As of the end of the 2025-2026 season, Stoke City's league standing is 17th, with 55 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LLLLD. Their last result was a 2-0 loss to Bristol City on 2026-05-02.