The recruitment priorities of Stoke City supporters are under scrutiny as the January transfer deadline approaches. The absence of Harry Souttar, once a key player for Stoke City and Australia, from the Leicester City squad has prompted fans to discuss potential additions to their team.
Souttar, currently playing with Australia in the Asian Cup, has barely seen any playing time with Leicester City, leading Stoke supporters to consider bringing him back. However, his high value and long contract make his return unlikely. In addition to Souttar, Notts County’s prolific striker, Macauley Longstaff, is also being considered as a potential transfer target to bolster the squad’s attacking options.
The fans are keen to see improvements in both their defensive and offensive capabilities and have expressed a desire for a strong centre-back, a prolific striker, and a competent left-back. The possibility of bringing in players from the lower leagues or the foreign market is also being discussed as potential solutions.
Overall, the fans’ consensus is the need for significant reinforcements in multiple positions to strengthen the team for the rest of the season.
