Stoke City has a lot of work to do this summer following their disappointing 2-0 defeat at Bristol City, marking their 18th loss in the last 32 games. At the end of matchday 14, Stoke was in a promising position, sitting second in the Championship with eight wins and 27 points. However, the remaining 70% of the season saw them struggle, only managing to accumulate an additional 28 points, resulting in one of the worst records in the league during that period. This raises the question: are the Potters in a better position now compared to last year when they finished 18th, four points worse off? The answer is complex. The squad does contain sellable assets, including Sorba Thomas, who hinted at a potential move with his