Stoke City: June 2008 - news archive

Stoke to move for key signings

Betfair FeatureTony Pullis may just have indentified the signings to make a difference to Stoke's Premiership expectations.

Black Cats snub Potters raid

StokeSunderland have reportedly snubbed Premier League new boys Stoke City's £1.7million bid for goalkeeper Marton Fulop.

Potters linked with defender swoop

StokeNewly promoted Stoke City are said to be on the trail of West Ham defender Danny Gabbidon and are preparing a £2m bid.

Potters handed target warning

StokeStoke City have been warned by Portmore United director Howard McIntosh they face strong competition for midfielder Rudolph Austin.

Potters make Fulop bid

StokeStoke have reportedly placed a bid believed to be around £2million for Sunderland goalkeeper Marton Fulop.

Stoke target £2m swoop

StokeStoke are ready to offer £2million for Tottenham defender Anthony Gardner in an attempt to bring him back to the Potteries.

Pulis makes transfer pledge

StokeTony Pulis says the next two months are crucial as he tries to bring in the players that will keep Stoke in the Premiership.

Pulis driving towards Austin deal

StokePortmore United's Jamaican international Rudolph Austin is close to joining Stoke City, according to manager Tony Pulis.

Moroccan eyes Stoke move

StokeStoke are reported to be closing in on a swoop for Moroccan striker Bouchaib El-Moubarki, who has confirmed the link.

Potters handed striker bid blow

StokeMarlon Harewood has delivered a blow to Stoke, Fulham and QPR by revealing he wants to stay at Aston Villa.

Potters handed taget price warning

StokeStoke have been warned that they will have to pay out big money to win the race for the services of Tottenham defender Anthony Gardner.

Potters eye double swoop

StokeStoke are said to be lining up a swoop for Sunderland goalkeeper Marton Fulop as they prepare for life in the Premiership.

Midfielder waits for Potters move

StokeStoke are hoping to wrap up a deal for Derby midfielder David Jones but face competition from Wolves for his signature.

Battle for Spurs defender hots up

StokeHull boss Phil Brown has confirmed he has joined Stoke City and QPR in the race to sign out-of-favour Spurs defender Anthony Gardner.

Potters target Greek ace

StokeStoke are being linked with a move for Stelios, who is on the look out for a new club after leaving Bolton at the end of last season.

Rudge's confidence over deals

StokeStoke City director of football John Rudge is confident that the club will be able to unveil some new signings soon.

Agent denies Whitehead approach

StokeDean Whitehead will not be joining Premier League new-boys Stoke for £3million from Sunderland, according to his agent.

Midfielder move played down

StokeDean Whitehead's agent has played down reports suggesting the midfielder could swap Sunderland for Stoke.

£3m midfielder swoop on cards

StokeStoke are in the hunt to land Sunderland's Dean Whitehead and hope to convince him to move to the Britannia Stadium.

Hammers to pounce for Potters target

StokeWest Ham are looking to beat off competition from Premiership new boys Stoke for the signature of Reading midfielder James Harper.

Big Sam backs Potters survival bid

StokeSam Allardyce is confident that Stoke City can stay in the Premier League next season because of their physical attributes.

Pulis sweating on deal

StokePremier League new boys Stoke City are still fighting with QPR in the race to sign Spurs centre-half Anthony Gardner.

Striker race hots up

StokeStoke boss Tony Pulis is said to be stepping up his interest in Rangers striker Lee McCulloch, who would cost £1.5million.

Seasiders swoop for defender

StokeBlackpool boss Simon Grayson has made his first signing of the summer after swooping for Stoke defender Marlon Broomes.

African ace claims Stoke snub

StokeSenegalese midfielder Guirane N'Daw has claimed that he has turned down the chance to join Stoke City.

Boss sets sights on defender after agreeing deal

StokeBoss Tony Pulis is targeting a move for Tottenham defender Anthony Gardner after agreeing a one-year-rolling contract with the Potters.

Potters eye Gers swoop

StokeStoke boss Tony Pulis is reported to be lining up a £1.5million bid for Rangers striker Lee McCulloch this summer.