Stoke City are targeting this French striker before the end of the transfer window | OneFootball

Stoke City is inching towards stability after a difficult stretch in the EFL Championship. Following a hard-fought 2-1 comeback win against Hull City, the team has moved up to 18th place with 32 points from 30 matches, creating some distance from the relegation zone.

Under Mark Robins’ leadership, the club is aiming for a mid-table finish rather than battling at the bottom, though a promotion push is now out of reach.

Stoke City make last minute transfer window signings

With the transfer window nearing its end, Stoke City is actively looking to reinforce the squad with one final signing, particularly a quick and energetic attacker who can inject pace and creativity into the team.

The need to strengthen The Potters' squad seems a major obligation in seeking solutions to their major problems in the EFL Championship.

Reports indicate that Stoke City has set its sights on Elie Youan, a 25-year-old French winger currently playing for Hibernian FC in Scotland. Discussions between the clubs have already begun, though negotiations have not progressed as quickly as Stoke would have hoped.

Elie Youan: The Ideal Signing?

Youan is highly interested in a move to the English second division, and Stoke is reportedly preparing an offer of around £1.5 million to secure his services.

His current season at Hibernian has seen him make 14 appearances, scoring two goals and providing two assists in 900 minutes of play.

With the transfer window closing soon, Stoke City is working hard to finalize the deal and bring in Youan as an impact player for the remainder of the season. His speed and attacking ability could be crucial in helping Stoke maintain its positive momentum and climb further away from the relegation battle.