The 18-year-old forward, who made his first team debut for Liverpool earlier this year, is set to bring his talents to the Potters.
Koumas scored his first senior goal for Liverpool in an FA Cup match against Southampton at Anfield.His performances have earned him a call-up to the Wales national team,
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During the 23/24 season, Koumas showcased his goal-scoring ability by netting 15 times in U21 and U18 competitions, while also contributing six assists across 24 appearances.Jonathan Walters, Stoke City’s Sporting Director, expressed his enthusiasm for the signing, stating, “In Lewis, we are signing a player of huge potential and I’m excited to see what the 24/25 season has in store for him in a Stoke City shirt.”
Walters also acknowledged Liverpool’s trust in sending one of their top young talents to Stoke City, noting, “We are thankful to Liverpool for entrusting us with one of their brightest prospects ahead of other interested clubs.”Koumas is expected to be available for selection in Stoke City’s upcoming match against Carlisle United on Tuesday evening. Emre Tezgel starts his first game for Stoke City as Steven Schumacher also hands debuts to three summer signings.
Tezgel is tasked with leading the line against Coventry (12.30pm) as Bae Junho and Sam Gallagher miss out through injury. Ryan Mmaee, who has been injured and ill through pre-season, is fit to take a place on the bench. New signing Lewis Koumas was not registered in time to feature this afternoon but could play against Carlisle in the Carabao Cup first round on Tuesday.
Viktor Johansson, Ben Gibson and Eric Bocat all start while Junior Tchamadeu, Wouter Burger and Lynden Gooch are also introduced into the starting XI compared to the one that finished last season. Gibson is named as captain.Ben Wilmot, Josh Laurent, Jordan Thompson and Million Manhoef are the players that started a big final day win over Bristol City.
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