Stoke City have moved ambitiously in the summer transfer window, signing defender Luke Graham from Dundee. The 22-year-old centre-back has impressed in pre-season, notably against Everton, and is ready to take on Championship football.
What Luke Graham will bring to Stoke City
Graham has been the subject of long-term interest from Championship rivals, but he made the move to the bet365 Stadium, taking the number five shirt. With Ashley Phillips set to join Middlesbrough, the path is cleared for Graham to star for the Potters.
Why it matters for Stoke City
Graham's signing further strengthens SCFC's backline, and he has the potential to develop into a standout player at Championship level. Not only can he fill the gap left by Phillips, but he can also make big financial gains in the future.
What comes next?
Graham is currently in line to start alongside club captain Ben Wilmot in a back four. He has impressed in pre-season, and his performances for Dundee suggest he is more than ready to take on Championship football. The SCFC talent is a brilliantly progressive defender, boasting the ability to carry the ball as well as pass through the lines.
Stoke City are currently 17th in the Championship, with 55 points from 46 games, and are 40 points behind leaders Coventry. They have scored 51 goals this season, conceding 56, and their next fixture is against Middlesbrough on February 17, 2027.
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