Stoke city fc team news
Here's the latest team news for Stoke City FC:
Injury Updates:
- Ryan Shawcross (knee) - out for the season
- Tom Edwards (ankle) - out for 4-6 weeks
- James Chester (hamstring) - out for 2-3 weeks
- Sam Clucas (ankle) - out for 2-3 weeks
- Jordan Cousins (knee) - out for 2-3 weeks
- Thibaud Verlinden (ankle) - out for 2-3 weeks
Suspensions:
- None
Recent Signings:
- Steven Fletcher (striker) - signed from Sheffield Wednesday on a free transfer
- Romaine Soubervie (midfielder) - signed from Lorient on a free transfer
- Liam McCarron (winger) - signed from Carlisle United on a free transfer
Loan Arrivals:
- Nathan Collins (defender) - loaned from Burnley until the end of the season
- Morgan Fox (defender) - loaned from Cardiff City until the end of the season
Manager's Thoughts:
- Manager Michael O'Neill has praised the team's recent performances, saying: "I'm really pleased with the way the team has responded to the challenges we've faced. We've had some tough games, but we've shown great resilience and determination."
- O'Neill has also hinted that he may make changes to the team's formation and tactics, saying: "We've been playing with a similar system for a while now, but we need to be flexible and adapt to the opposition. We'll look at different options and see what works best for us."
Upcoming Fixtures:
- Stoke City's next fixture is away to Bristol City in the Championship on Saturday, February 27th.
- The Potters then host Wycombe Wanderers at the Bet365 Stadium on Tuesday, March 2nd.
Please note that team news can change rapidly, so it's always best to check the official Stoke City FC website or other reliable sources for the latest updates.