Stoke City has signed Wales international winger Sorba Thomas, who has 17 caps for Wales and previously played on loan at Nantes from Huddersfield Town. The transfer follows a 'generous offer' from Stoke, with the club's former goalkeeper Lee Grant expressing well wishes and highlighting Thomas's strengths, including his set-piece delivery and attacking prowess. Thomas, who is currently with Wales for World Cup qualifiers, has agreed to a three-year contract with Stoke and is expected to start pre-season immediately. Ex-coach Andy Quy described Thomas as a 'real weapon' in set plays and praised his technical ability and work ethic. Stoke's sporting director Jon Walters emphasized the importance of early squad stabilization to facilitate further transfers. Thomas's move is part of Stoke's proactive summer transfer strategy, aiming to rebuild the team ahead of the new season.