Stoke Sign Wingers Ampah And Rak-Sakyi

2 February 2026


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Stoke City have signed two wingers on deadline day, with Ato Ampah joining from Chelsea for what is believed to be a seven-figure fee, and Crystal Palace forward Jesurun Rak-Sakyi getting here on loan until completion of the season.


Ampah has actually represented England at Under-18 and Under-20 levels and his one senior appearance for Chelsea, in a Europa Conference League group-phase match against Astana, made him a winner's medal.


The 19-year-old, who has 19 goals and 18 helps for Chelsea's academy sides in 41 starts, has actually signed an till 2029.


Stoke sporting director Jonathan Walters stated:, external "He has an actually strong mindset and, as a quick, vibrant winger, he is the kind of gamer who can get you off your seat.


"He fits the profile of player we want in large locations for Stoke City."


Rak-Sakyi has been with the Eagles considering that signing youth terms in April 2021, making six Premier League appearances for the south London clothing.


But the bulk of his career to date has involved loans far from Selhurst Park, including full seasons at Charlton and Sheffield United, and he spent the very first half of this project with Caykur Rizespor in the Turkish leading flight.


Winger Rak-Sakyi passed 100 career looks throughout his most current loan and brings plenty of experience to the Bet365 Stadium as the Potters press for the play-offs.


Walters told the club site, external they had been tracking the previous England Under-21 international with a January quote in mind.


"Having identified Jesurun as a target prior to the transfer window, we are now happy to make him a Stoke City gamer for the season's final third," stated Walters.


"He has actually supplied goals and helps throughout his profession to date, consisting of in last season's Championship for Sheffield United, when he was a standout forward gamer.


"The way he plays the game is amazing and direct so I'm sure our supporters will rapidly require to him."


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