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 joining from Chelsea for what is believed to be a seven-figure charge, and Crystal Palace forward Jesurun Rak-Sakyi arriving on loan till completion of the season.


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


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


"He fits the profile of player we want in broad 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 outfit.


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


Winger Rak-Sakyi passed 100 career appearances during his most current loan and brings lots of experience to the Bet365 Stadium as the Potters promote the play-offs.


Walters told the club site, external they had actually been tracking the former England Under-21 worldwide with a January bid in mind.


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


"He has actually supplied goals and assists throughout his career 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 amazing and direct so I'm sure our fans will rapidly take to him."


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