Stoke City Signs American Left-Back Luca Bambino on Four-Year Deal

Stoke City has completed its first signing on deadline day by acquiring American left-back Luca Bambino from MLS team San Diego for an undisclosed fee. The 20-year-old player has signed a four-year contract with the Championship club.

Bambino has previously represented the USA at the Under-20 level, earning 10 caps. Stoke City's sporting director, Jonathan Walters, expressed confidence in Bambino's potential, noting his ambition and character in making such a significant move at a young age.

Stoke City is currently at the bottom of the Championship table after losing their first three matches, heading into a home game against Norwich City.