Stoke City face a battle to keep hold of the attacker amid attention from the Premier League new boys. He remains under contract at SCFC until the summer of 2028 but his long-term future at the Bet365 Stadium is up in the air at this moment in time.
Thomas, 27, has been a key player for the Potters since his switch to Staffordshire back in June 2025 from Huddersfield Town. He has made 51 appearances in all competitions for the Championship side and he has chipped in with 10 goals and 15 assists.
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In this latest update regarding his situation in this transfer window, HullLive claim he is keen on a switch to the MKM Stadium before the deadline on Tuesday 1st September. The report adds the Tigers are ‘hopeful’ that they can agree a deal for the player.
Stoke City were beaten on penalties by Hull City in the second round of the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night after a 1-1 draw after normal time. Striker Robert Bozenik opened the scoring for the hosts in the first-half before Kieran Dowell levelled things up for the visitors shortly after.
Stoke City will need to find Sorba Thomas replacement if he is sold
Stoke City will need to find a replacement for Thomas if he is sold to Hull City. SCFC may find it hard to replace his influence.
The Wales international, who has 27 caps to his name, is one of their most prized assets. He scored on 10 occasions in the last campaign.
Thomas injects quality into the Potters’ attacking department and is a proven performer at second tier level. He proved last term that he knows where the back of the net is as well.
Prior to his transfer to Stoke City, he was loaned out by Huddersfield Town to Blackburn Rovers and FC Nantes. He had spells in his early career at West Ham and Boreham Wood.
Sorba Thomas stats for Stoke City in all competitions to date
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The Verdict: Losing Sorba Thomas would be massive blow for Stoke City
Stoke City will be desperate to retain the services of Thomas for another year at least. SCFC would be significantly weaker without him and are likely to find it hard to find an alternative option.
The forward may have had his head turned now by Hull City though and if they match his price tag, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him head out the exit door to East Yorkshire. The Tigers will be able to offer him regular game time in the top flight under the guidance of Sergej Jakirovic.
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