Stoke City Loanee Nathan Lowe Heads to Hibernian

Stoke City Loanee Nathan Lowe Heads to Hibernian

Stoke City have loaned Nathan Lowe to Hibernian for the 2026/27 season, as the Potters continue to shape their squad. The 20-year-old academy graduate made 27 senior appearances for Stoke City, scoring 29 goals in 49 starts across loan stints with Walsall, Stockport County, and Wycombe Wanderers.

What happened?

Nathan Lowe has joined Hibernian on loan for the 2026/27 season, as the Scottish Premiership side prepares for UEFA Conference League football. Hibernian finished fifth in the Scottish Premiership last season and will be competing in European competition for the first time.

Why it matters for Stoke City

The loan move will allow Lowe to gain experience in a new environment and compete in European competition. Sporting Director Jonathan Walters said, "Nathan has no doubt benefitted from the experiences he’s had in Leagues One and Two, and it speaks to his mature character that he wants to test himself in a new environment in Scotland."

What comes next?

Stoke City are currently 17th in the Championship, with 55 points from 46 games, and are 40 points behind leaders Coventry. The Potters will be looking to strengthen their squad in the coming transfer window, and the loan move of Lowe will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike.

As the Potters prepare for their next fixture against Middlesbrough on February 17, 2027, the loan move of Lowe will be a key topic of discussion. With 51 goals scored and 56 conceded this season, Stoke City will be looking to improve their defensive record and push for a top-half finish in the Championship.

Stoke City's current league standing is 17th in the Championship, with 55 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LLLLD. The Potters will be looking to turn their form around and push for a top-half finish in the Championship.