Stoke City
CLUB DATA
Squad make-up
- Average age
- 25.8
- Average height
- 184cm
- Nationalities
- 11
- Right / Left / Both
- 28 / 8 / 0
- Youngest
- Jaden Mears 20
- Oldest
- F. Fielding 38
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1
GK
V. Johansson
NationalitySweden
Age27 (1998-09-14)
Height / Weight186cm / 72kg
FootRight
National TeamSweden
Previous ClubsRotherham United, Leicester City, Aston Villa, Hammarby IF
Profile
A proven goalkeeper who spent four seasons at Rotherham, contributing to the EFL Trophy title and promotion. A shot-stopper with excellent reflexes, also called up to the Swedish national team.
25
GK
Tommy Simkin
NationalityEngland
Age21 (2004-12-08)
Height / Weight- / -
FootRight
National TeamEngland U21
Previous ClubsLeyton Orient (loan)
Profile
A young goalkeeper raised in Stoke's academy. Originally a centre-back who converted to goalkeeper at 13. Confident in his footwork and known for brave saves. Has the unusual background of being a former British karate champion.
31
GK
G. Bazunu
NationalityIreland
Age24 (2002-02-20)
Height / Weight189cm / 79kg
FootRight
National TeamRepublic of Ireland
Previous ClubsSouthampton, Portsmouth (loan), Rochdale (loan), Manchester City, Shamrock Rovers
Profile
A modern goalkeeper with excellent footwork who actively participates in build-up play. Quick reactions make him strong in close-range saves. On loan from Southampton, serving as Stoke's first-choice keeper.
34
GK
F. Fielding
NationalityEngland
Age38 (1988-04-04)
Height / Weight185cm / 76kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsMillwall, Bristol City, Derby County, Leeds United (loan), Rochdale (loan), Northampton Town (loan), Wycombe Wanderers (loan), Blackburn Rovers
Profile
A veteran goalkeeper with over 360 career appearances. Stable positioning and coaching ability backed by years of EFL experience are his trademarks. Serves as a role model for younger goalkeepers as the third-choice keeper.
2
DF
RB
Jaden Mears
NationalityEngland
Age20 (2006-05-01)
Height / Weight- / -
FootRight
National Team-
Previous Clubs-
Profile
A right-back from Stoke's academy whose father Tyrone Mears was a professional footballer. Has been at the club since U12 and made his professional debut in the August 2025 EFL Cup. Speed and attacking initiative are his strengths.
3
DF
LB
A. Cresswell
NationalityEngland
Age36 (1989-12-15)
Height / Weight170cm / 66kg
FootLeft
National TeamEngland
Previous ClubsWest Ham United, Ipswich Town, Tranmere Rovers
Profile
A veteran left-back who made 369 appearances over 11 years at West Ham. Accurate left-footed crosses and set-piece delivery are his greatest weapons. Supports the team with vast experience and leadership.
5
DF
CB
J. Griffin
NationalityIreland
Age20 (2005-12-30)
Height / Weight- / -
FootRight
National Team-
Previous Clubs-
Profile
A centre-back with dual Irish and English nationality, raised at Stoke's academy. Emerged in the U18 team and progressed to the U21. Despite being only 19, his physical strength and positional sense are highly rated.
5
DF
CB
R. Otegbayo
NationalityIreland
Age-
Height / Weight- / -
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsCobh Ramblers
Profile
A tall centre-back with dual Irish and English nationality. Uses his frame of over 193cm for aerial dominance. Joined from Ireland's Cobh Ramblers, playing for the U21 team in his second scholarship year.
16
DF
CB
B. Wilmot
NationalityEngland
Age26 (1999-11-04)
Height / Weight188cm / 80kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsWatford, Swansea City (loan), Udinese (loan), Stevenage
Profile
A right-footed centre-back who experienced Premier League promotion at Watford. Uses his 188cm frame for aerial strength and adept line management. Has been a pillar of Stoke's defence since 2021.
17
DF
LB
E. Bocat
NationalityFrance
Age27 (1999-07-16)
Height / Weight182cm / 71kg
FootLeft
National TeamSenegal
Previous ClubsSint-Truiden, Royal Excel Mouscron, Lille, Brest, Dijon
Profile
A Paris-born Senegalese international left-back. Attacking overlapping runs and accurate crosses from his left foot are his hallmarks. Gained experience in the Belgian league before joining Stoke in summer 2024.
18
DF
CB
B. Lawal
NationalityIreland
Age-
Height / Weight- / -
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsCeltic, Fleetwood Town (loan), Watford
Profile
A Dublin-born centre-back who joined Stoke via Celtic's academy. Made 46 appearances on loan at Fleetwood for match experience. His 190cm frame gives him aerial dominance, with the versatility to also play midfield.
22
DF
RB
J. Tchamadeu
NationalityCameroon
Age22 (2003-12-22)
Height / Weight180cm / 72kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsColchester United
Profile
A London-born right-back with dual Cameroonian and English nationality. Set Colchester's record as the youngest-ever starter. Excels in speed and one-on-one defending, also contributing actively to attacks.
23
DF
CB
B. Gibson
NationalityEngland
Age33 (1993-01-15)
Height / Weight185cm / 78kg
FootLeft
National TeamEngland
Previous ClubsNorwich City, Burnley, Middlesbrough
Profile
A left-footed centre-back who made over 200 appearances at Middlesbrough and captains Stoke. Excels in aerial duels and one-on-one defending, with accurate left-footed build-up play. He is the nephew of Middlesbrough chairman Steve Gibson.
26
DF
CB
A. Phillips
NationalityEngland
Age21 (2005-06-26)
Height / Weight192cm / 85kg
FootRight
National TeamEngland U21
Previous ClubsTottenham Hotspur, Plymouth Argyle (loan), Blackburn Rovers
Profile
A 192cm centre-back on loan from Tottenham. Uses his physicality for aerial dominance and shows composure on the ball beyond his years. Named Young Player of the Season on loan at Plymouth.
40
DF
CB
M. Talovierov
NationalityUkraine
Age26 (2000-06-28)
Height / Weight196cm / 84kg
FootRight
National TeamUkraine
Previous ClubsPlymouth Argyle, LASK, Slovan Liberec (loan), Slavia Prague, Dynamo České Budějovice
Profile
A Ukrainian international centre-back who played at EURO 2024. His 196cm frame gives him dominant aerial presence and physicality. Joined Stoke in summer 2025 after experience at LASK and Plymouth.
50
DF
CB
Sydney Agina
NationalityEngland
Age-
Height / Weight- / -
FootRight
National Team-
Previous Clubs-
Profile
A youth centre-back who has been at Stoke's academy since U8. Of Kenyan-English heritage, he trained with the first team from pre-season 2025-26. Made his Championship debut in March 2026.
53
DF
LB
J. Bickerton
NationalityEngland
Age-
Height / Weight- / -
FootLeft
National Team-
Previous Clubs-
Profile
A left-back from Stoke's academy. His left-foot overlapping runs and crosses are his weapons. Building appearances with the U21 team as a young prospect aiming for first-team promotion.
4
MF
DM
B. Pearson
NationalityEngland
Age31 (1995-01-04)
Height / Weight176cm / 71kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsAFC Bournemouth, Preston North End, Barnsley (loan), Manchester United
Profile
A defensive midfielder from Manchester United's academy. Contributed to Bournemouth's Premier League promotion. Fierce tackling and ball-winning ability are his hallmarks, functioning as a midfield destroyer.
6
MF
DM
William Smith
NationalityEngland
Age20 (2005-11-30)
Height / Weight- / -
FootRight
National Team-
Previous Clubs-
Profile
A young midfielder from Stoke's academy, originally from local Norton. Moved from Manchester United's youth system to Stoke. Made his professional debut in the August 2024 EFL Cup match against Middlesbrough.
8
MF
CM
L. Baker
NationalityEngland
Age31 (1995-04-25)
Height / Weight182cm / 72kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsBlackburn Rovers (loan), Chelsea, Trabzonspor (loan), Fortuna Düsseldorf (loan), Reading (loan), Leeds United (loan), Middlesbrough (loan), Vitesse (loan), MK Dons (loan), Sheffield Wednesday (loan)
Profile
A technical midfielder raised at Chelsea's academy who gained loan experience across Europe. Excels in vision and passing sense, also serving as set-piece taker. Scored 8 goals in his first half-season at Stoke.
10
MF
AM
Bae Jun-Ho
NationalitySouth Korea
Age23 (2003-08-21)
Height / Weight178cm / 70kg
FootRight
National TeamSouth Korea
Previous ClubsDaejeon Hana Citizen
Profile
A South Korean international attacker wearing Stoke's number 10. His wide passing range and dribbling with both feet are his weapons, with excellent balance and stamina. Named the club's Player of the Year in his debut season.
12
MF
DM
T. Seko
NationalityJapan
Age28 (1997-12-22)
Height / Weight175cm / 69kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsKawasaki Frontale, Yokohama FC
Profile
A Japanese defensive midfielder who played three seasons at Kawasaki Frontale. His exceptional ball control and passing accuracy are his weapons, orchestrating play from deep midfield. His tempo control and distribution have drawn comparisons to Andrea Pirlo.
15
MF
DM
S. Nzonzi
NationalityFrance
Age37 (1988-12-15)
Height / Weight196cm / 75kg
FootRight
National TeamFrance
Previous ClubsAl-Rayyan, Rennes (loan), Galatasaray (loan), Roma, Sevilla, Stoke City, Blackburn Rovers, Amiens
Profile
A veteran defensive midfielder and 2018 World Cup winner with France. Uses his 196cm frame and long reach for ball-winning, with vision for distribution. Won the UEFA Europa League at Sevilla. Returned to his former club Stoke.
19
MF
CM
T. Rigo
NationalitySlovakia
Age24 (2002-07-03)
Height / Weight184cm / 76kg
FootRight
National TeamSlovakia
Previous ClubsBaník Ostrava, FC Sellier & Bellot Vlašim (loan), Slavia Prague, MFK Ružomberok
Profile
A Slovakian international central midfielder. Moved to Slavia Prague at 16 and made his professional debut in the UEFA Europa League as a precocious talent. Emerged at Banik Ostrava before joining Stoke in summer 2025.
59
MF
DM
G. Kelly
NationalityIreland
Age-
Height / Weight- / -
FootRight
National Team-
Previous Clubs-
Profile
An Irish defensive midfielder from Stoke's academy. Born in 2006, a young player who anchors the U21 team. Ball-winning ability and positioning are highly rated.
7
FW
LW
S. Thomas
NationalityWales
Age27 (1999-01-25)
Height / Weight185cm / 79kg
FootRight
National TeamWales
Previous ClubsHuddersfield Town, Blackburn Rovers (loan), Nantes (loan), Boreham Wood
Profile
A Welsh international left winger with 23 caps. Recorded 12 Championship assists in the 2021-22 season at Huddersfield, reaching the play-off final. Accurate right-footed crosses and abundant work rate are his hallmarks.
9
FW
CF
J. Osei Kyremeh
NationalityEngland
Age21 (2004-10-25)
Height / Weight182cm / 70kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsCrystal Palace
Profile
A young forward who joined Stoke from Crystal Palace's academy. Of Ghanaian-English heritage, his speed and goalscoring instinct are his strengths. Scored 5 goals in 7 U18 Premier League starts.
9
FW
CF
D. Mubama
NationalityEngland
Age21 (2004-10-25)
Height / Weight182cm / 70kg
FootLeft
National TeamEngland U20
Previous ClubsManchester City, West Ham United
Profile
A young striker on loan from Manchester City. Raised at West Ham's academy, his powerful left-footed shooting is his weapon. Scored on his Stoke debut and achieved a hat-trick against Bristol City.
11
FW
RW
C. Chibueze
NationalityEngland
Age26 (1999-11-18)
Height / Weight188cm / 81kg
FootLeft
National Team-
Previous ClubsChelsea
Profile
A young right winger who moved from Chelsea's academy to Stoke. His left-footed cut-ins and speed are his weapons. A Nigerian-English player who joined Stoke seeking first-team opportunities.
11
FW
CF
R. Boženík
NationalitySlovakia
Age26 (1999-11-18)
Height / Weight188cm / 81kg
FootRight
National TeamSlovakia
Previous ClubsBoavista, Feyenoord, MŠK Žilina
Profile
A Slovakian international striker with over 55 caps. Named Player of the Year at Boavista, recording 20 goals in 95 appearances across three years. Strong in hold-up play and heading, creating focal points in attack.
15
FW
RW
Ato Ampah
NationalityEngland
Age20 (2006-04-22)
Height / Weight176cm / 70kg
FootRight
National TeamEngland U18
Previous ClubsChelsea
Profile
A Ghana-born, London-raised young winger. Produced remarkable figures of 19 goals and 18 assists in 41 combined U18 and U21 starts at Chelsea's academy. Speed and finishing in front of goal are his strengths.
20
FW
CF
S. Gallagher
NationalityEngland
Age30 (1995-09-15)
Height / Weight194cm / 75kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsBlackburn Rovers, Birmingham City (loan), Southampton
Profile
A 194cm target-man forward. Recorded 37 goals in 188 appearances over five seasons at Blackburn. Combines aerial strength and hold-up play with technical ability as a striker.
21
FW
RW
J. Rak-Sakyi
NationalityEngland
Age23 (2002-10-05)
Height / Weight178cm / -
FootLeft
National Team-
Previous ClubsCrystal Palace, Sheffield United (loan), Charlton Athletic (loan)
Profile
A left-footed right winger on loan from Crystal Palace. Cut-inside shooting and dribbling are his greatest weapons. Recorded 36 appearances and 7 goals on loan at Sheffield United, reaching the Championship play-off final.
29
FW
RW
L. Cissé
NationalityFrance
Age23 (2003-02-15)
Height / Weight179cm / 69kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsSC Bastia, AS Nancy-Lorraine
Profile
A young Guinean-French right winger. Emerged at Bastia before joining Stoke in summer 2025. Pace-driven wing attacks and dribbling are his weapons, with France U20 international experience.
42
FW
RW
M. Manhoef
NationalityNetherlands
Age24 (2002-01-03)
Height / Weight179cm / 69kg
FootLeft
National TeamNetherlands U21
Previous ClubsVitesse
Profile
A left-footed right winger named Player of the Year at Vitesse. Cut-inside shooting and rapid dribbling are his greatest weapons. Has recorded 21 caps and 7 goals for the Netherlands U21.
49
FW
CF
M. Smit
NationalityNetherlands
Age23 (2003-02-13)
Height / Weight191cm / 75kg
FootRight
National Team-
Previous ClubsGo Ahead Eagles, SC Cambuur, FC Twente
Profile
A Dutch striker on loan from Go Ahead Eagles. Won the Eredivisie scoring title at Cambuur in 2023-24 with 19 goals. Uses his 191cm frame for heading and hold-up play.