Stoke City: July 2008 Archives

Wales international John Oster has joined Stoke on trial and played in the 1-0 win over Worcester City on Wednesday night.

Sunderland boss Roy Keane has labelled Stoke City a 'disgrace' after they pulled out of a deal for keeper Marton Fulop.

Stoke have completed the signing of goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen, who has penned a three-year deal with the Potters.

Blackburn are reported to be showing an interest in Torino's Australian international midfielder Vince Grella.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis has admitted his delight at his summer transfer business as he eyes a swoop for keeper Thomas Sorensen.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis is set to try and conclude a deal for free agent keeper Thomas Sorensen on Wednesday.

Goalkeeper Marton Fulop has been told by Sunderland boss Roy Keane to agree a move to Stoke in the next 24 hours or return to Wearside.

Angelos Charisteas has cast doubt on his move to Premier League new-boys Stoke by admitting he could yet change his mind.

Free agent Thomas Sorensen is having a trial at Stoke, manager Tony Pulis has confirmed.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis is reportedly running the rule over former Aston Villa keeper Thomas Sorensen who is available on a free.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis is lining up a swoop for Wigan midfielder Michael Brown, who is surplus to requirements at the JJB Stadium.

Stoke have completed the signing of midfielder Seyi Olofinjana from Wolverhampton Wanderers on a four-year deal for £3million.

Stoke City have agreed a fee with Sunderland for Hungarian international goalkeeper Marton Fulop.

Stoke's Mark O'Connor is confident that Tony Pulis can complete deals to sign a number of his targets before the season starts.

Tottenham defender Anthony Gardner looks like snubbing the chance to join Stoke City by moving to fellow Premier League new-boys Hull.

Stoke are hoping to add another striker to their ranks this summer after holding talks with Greek hitman Angelos Charisteas' agent.

Tony Pulis has revealed Stoke fought off competition from another Premier League club - thought to be Fulham - to sign Dave Kitson.

Stoke star Liam Lawrence admits his pre-season preparations are in danger of being ruined following hernia surgery.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis admits he needs to add some Premier League know-how to his Potters squad this summer.

Stoke look set to offer £3m for Sunderland keeper Marton Fulop in order to land their man after missing Liverpool's Scott Carson.

Club record signing Dave Kitson admits the chance of first-team football played a key part in his decision to swap Reading for Stoke.

Tony Pulis could turn his attention back to Marton Fulop after ending his interest in Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson.

Premier League new-boys Stoke are today expected to smash their transfer record to sign Dave Kitson for £4million from Reading.

Reading manager Steve Coppell expects Stoke target Dave Kitson to take part in the Royals' pre-season game at MK Dons on Saturday.

Stoke have ended their interest in Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson after failing to agree personnel terms with the goalkeeper.

City target Dave Kitson missed Reading's pre-season match against Forest Green last night - fuelling talk he is heading to Stoke.

Tony Pulis fears Stoke may not have the pulling power to win the race to sign England keeper Scott Carson.

Jon Parkin says he is determined to fight for his Stoke future and prove he can cut it at Premier League level.

Stoke hope to beat off late competition from West Brom and Middlesbrough to sign Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson.

Stoke have signed Jamaica international Rudolph Austin from Portmore United subject to a successful work permit application.

Liverpool keeper Scott Carson is reportedly holding talks with Stoke over the terms of a £4m switch to the club.

Stoke midfielder Salif Diao does not think the Potters need to change their style of play for the Premier League.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis is reportedly locked in a battle with West Brom to sign Liverpool and England keeper Scott Carson.

Portsmouth striker David Nugent has told Stoke he is not interested in a summer switch to the Britannia Stadium.

Tony Pulis hopes to have "one or two" new signing on board before Stoke depart for Austria on July 19.

Premier League new-boys Stoke are ready to offer David Nugent an escape route from Portsmouth, according to reports.

Peter Coates has confirmed he is in negotiations to bring in new players before Stoke make their Premier League debut.

Liam Lawrence says he is fully recovered from his double hernia operation and is looking forward to proving himself in the Premiership.

Ipswich are remaining tight-lipped on reports suggesting their striker Jon Walters is on the verge of a summer transfer to Stoke City.

Tony Pulis is already resigned to the fact that he will be judged by results alone in the Premier League.

Tony Pulis has reiterated he is only interested in recruiting players who will improve Stoke ahead of a "relentless" season.

Stoke manager Tony Pulis could nip in ahead of Aston Villa and sign goalkeeper Scott Carson from Liverpool, according to reports.

Dominic Matteo is hoping to prove to manager Tony Pulis he can cut it in the Premier League and win a new contract at Stoke.

Rory Delap feels the spirit in the Stoke City dressing room can play a big part in them avoiding relegation from the Premier League.

Ipswich Town's highly-rated striker Jon Walters is being linked with a £1.5million summer move to Stoke City.

Salif Diao admits Stoke have nothing to lose but knows they are expected to be relegated from the Premier League.

Stoke star Salif Diao is hoping to play a full part in the Potters' debut Premier League season after shaking off a knee injury.

Stoke defender Ryan Shawcross is determined to prove Sir Alex Ferguson wrong for selling him to Stoke last season.

Stoke keeper target Marton Fulop is "hopeful" he will be a Potters player this summer as he bids to quit Sunderland.

Steve Simonsen has been told he does have a future at Stoke by manager Tony Pulis.

Ryan Shawcross has abandoned the beach for hard miles to return fitter for an assault on the Premier League.

Stoke will battle it out with Hull for the services of Wolves midfielder Seyi Olofinjana, who is desperate to play in the Premiership.

Stoke have not been in touch with Rangers over the availability of Lee McCulloch and have been told he is not for sale anyway.

Wales international John Oster has joined Stoke on trial and played in the 1-0 win over Worcester City on Wednesday night.

Sunderland boss Roy Keane has labelled Stoke City a 'disgrace' after they pulled out of a deal for keeper Marton Fulop.

Stoke have completed the signing of goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen, who has penned a three-year deal with the Potters.

Blackburn are reported to be showing an interest in Torino's Australian international midfielder Vince Grella.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis has admitted his delight at his summer transfer business as he eyes a swoop for keeper Thomas Sorensen.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis is set to try and conclude a deal for free agent keeper Thomas Sorensen on Wednesday.

Goalkeeper Marton Fulop has been told by Sunderland boss Roy Keane to agree a move to Stoke in the next 24 hours or return to Wearside.

Angelos Charisteas has cast doubt on his move to Premier League new-boys Stoke by admitting he could yet change his mind.

Free agent Thomas Sorensen is having a trial at Stoke, manager Tony Pulis has confirmed.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis is reportedly running the rule over former Aston Villa keeper Thomas Sorensen who is available on a free.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis is lining up a swoop for Wigan midfielder Michael Brown, who is surplus to requirements at the JJB Stadium.

Stoke have completed the signing of midfielder Seyi Olofinjana from Wolverhampton Wanderers on a four-year deal for £3million.

Stoke City have agreed a fee with Sunderland for Hungarian international goalkeeper Marton Fulop.

Stoke's Mark O'Connor is confident that Tony Pulis can complete deals to sign a number of his targets before the season starts.

Tottenham defender Anthony Gardner looks like snubbing the chance to join Stoke City by moving to fellow Premier League new-boys Hull.

Stoke are hoping to add another striker to their ranks this summer after holding talks with Greek hitman Angelos Charisteas' agent.

Tony Pulis has revealed Stoke fought off competition from another Premier League club - thought to be Fulham - to sign Dave Kitson.

Stoke star Liam Lawrence admits his pre-season preparations are in danger of being ruined following hernia surgery.

Stoke boss Tony Pulis admits he needs to add some Premier League know-how to his Potters squad this summer.

Stoke look set to offer £3m for Sunderland keeper Marton Fulop in order to land their man after missing Liverpool's Scott Carson.

Club record signing Dave Kitson admits the chance of first-team football played a key part in his decision to swap Reading for Stoke.

Tony Pulis could turn his attention back to Marton Fulop after ending his interest in Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson.

Premier League new-boys Stoke are today expected to smash their transfer record to sign Dave Kitson for £4million from Reading.

Reading manager Steve Coppell expects Stoke target Dave Kitson to take part in the Royals' pre-season game at MK Dons on Saturday.

Stoke have ended their interest in Liverpool goalkeeper Scott Carson after failing to agree personnel terms with the goalkeeper.