Stoke Sign Wingers Ampah And Rak-Sakyi

2 February 2026


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Stoke City have signed 2 wingers on due date day, with Ato Ampah signing up with from Chelsea for what is thought to be a seven-figure charge, and Crystal Palace forward Jesurun Rak-Sakyi showing up on loan up until the end of the season.


Ampah has actually represented England at Under-18 and Under-20 levels and his one senior look for Chelsea, in a Europa Conference League group-phase match versus Astana, earned 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 signed a contract until 2029.


Stoke sporting director Jonathan Walters said:, "He has a truly strong mindset and, as a fast, dynamic winger, he is the type of player who can get you off your seat.


"He fits the profile of gamer we desire in broad locations for Stoke City."


Rak-Sakyi has actually been with the Eagles given that signing youth terms in April 2021, making 6 Premier League appearances for the south London clothing.


But the majority of his profession to date has included loans far from Selhurst Park, consisting of complete seasons at Charlton and Sheffield United, and he invested 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 lots of experience to the Bet365 Stadium as the Potters press for the play-offs.


Walters informed the club website, external they had actually been tracking the previous England Under-21 worldwide with a January quote in mind.


"Having identified Jesurun as a target prior to the transfer window, we are now pleased to make him a Stoke City player for the season's last 3rd," stated Walters.


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


"The way he plays the game is exciting and direct so I make sure our fans will rapidly require to him."


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