Football transfer update: Stoke City to sign contract with Hoffenheim forward Demba Ba
After the departure of Edin Dzeko from Wolfsburg to money loaded Manchester City, Stoke City have announced their interest in signing Hoffenheim forward Demba Ba, and it seems like another striker might make a move from the German Bundesliga to the lustrous
English Premier League.
The 25-year-old Senegal international has shown good form this season; his dominating presence and tactical advantage were most notable by the Stoke City officials.
Recent reports have concluded a quick departure of the French-born player in the January transfer window. Apparently both clubs have already agreed to the terms of the contract, and the player too, is happy with the change.
Furthermore, the officials from Hoffenheim have also confirmed that the transfer is on the brink of happening; hence there will be a new man running for the Potters at Britannia Stadium Stoke-on-Trent.
Some sources have revealed that Stoke are willing to pay as much as 7 million Euros for the player but the amount could even rise to as much as 10 million Euros. This goes on to suggest that perhaps the scouts of Stoke City have found a gem in rough.
Playing for the coveted Premier League would be a stepping stone for building a sound international career for the 25-year-old footballer. Media reports have suggested that the young http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/England-c749 today.
He would be immediately undergoing a medical examination after which the contract signing and unveiling will follow.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Demba-Ba-c10812 started his senior career from Rouen in 2005-06 season, and immediately picked up pace when he scored 22 goals in 26 matches. The very next season he made a transfer to Mouscron where he met troubles; therefore featuring in just 12 matches. However,
he still managed to score 8 goals for his side.
In 2007, he moved to German footballing underdogs Hoffenhiem and has so far capped 97 matches and netted 37 goals.
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