Stoke City have signed Ethan Galbraith from Swansea City in a deal worth around £10 million. The 25-year-old midfielder has been a subject of transfer speculation in recent months.

What happened?

Ethan Galbraith will join Stoke City today, becoming a key figure for the team in the 2026/27 season. Galbraith has been impressive for Northern Ireland, playing on the right side of attack or in midfield. He has become a firm favourite with the Green and White Army.

Why it matters for Stoke City

The signing of Galbraith is a significant boost for Stoke City, who finished 17th in the Championship last season. Their recent form has been poor, with a record of 0W-0D-5L in their last 5 games. The team is 40 points behind leaders Coventry.

What comes next?

Stoke City will be looking to improve their performance in the 2026/27 season. Their last result was a 2-0 loss to Bristol City on 2026-05-02. The team's current standing is: | Category | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 17th in Championship | | Points | 55 | | Recent form | LLLLD | Galbraith's signing is a positive step towards achieving their goals.