KI-JANA HOEVER RETURNS ON SEASON LONG LOAN

Stoke City have secured the signing of defender Ki-Jana Hoever, who has returned to the bet365 Stadium on a season-long loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The 21-year-old impressed during a loan spell with the Potters earlier this year, scoring four goals in 15 Championship appearances.

Hoever, who has represented the Netherlands at youth international level, featured for PSV Eindhoven in the Dutch Eredivisie during the first half of last season before his move to the Potteries in January.

“Ki-Jana showed his ability to be influential within the system that Alex operates last season,” said Technical Director Ricky Martin.

“It has always been our intention to bring him back to Stoke City this summer and, while we have had to show patience to finalise his return, we are delighted to have him in the building ahead of the new season.

“We believe there is more to come from Ki-Jana and, having seen the positive impression he made on our supporters over the course of a few months, we look forward to seeing his development over the course of a full campaign.”