Stoke Sign Wingers Ampah And Rak-Sakyi

2 February 2026


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Stoke City have actually signed 2 on deadline day, with Ato Ampah joining from Chelsea for what is believed to be a seven-figure fee, and Crystal Palace forward Jesurun Rak-Sakyi showing up on loan till the end 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, made 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 an agreement till 2029.


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


"He fits the profile of player we want in wide locations for Stoke City."


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


But most of his profession to date has involved loans away from Selhurst Park, consisting of full seasons at Charlton and Sheffield United, and he invested the very first half of this project with Caykur Rizespor in the Turkish top flight.


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


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


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


"He has actually provided goals and assists throughout his profession to date, including in last season's Championship for Sheffield United, when he was a standout forward gamer.


"The method he plays the game is interesting and direct so I make certain our advocates will rapidly take to him."


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