Stoke City are reportedly interested in signing midfielder Yussif Saidu from Spanish club Real Zaragoza, with a reduced asking price of €5m. Currently, Stoke City are 20th in the Championship, with 0 points from 1 game, and a recent form of L.
What happened?
The 21-year-old midfielder has been linked to several English clubs, including Leicester City and Burnley. Yussif Saidu played 31 league matches for Real Zaragoza last season, starting 21 of them, and also appeared in one Copa del Rey match.
Why it matters for Stoke City
Stoke City have already signed three midfielders this summer, but they are still looking to strengthen their squad. The signing of Yussif Saidu could be a boost to their midfield, given his experience and physical attributes.
What comes next?
The transfer window is still open, and Stoke City are expected to make more signings before the deadline. With their next fixture against Middlesbrough on February 17, 2027, Stoke City will be looking to improve their league standing, currently 3 points behind leaders QPR. Stoke City's current squad has several players sidelined, including Aaron Cresswell, Ato Ampah, Junior Tchamadeu, and Lamine Cissé, who are all expected to return to action soon.
