Ramadan Sobhi to Stoke: Latest Transfer Details, Reaction and More

Stoke City have signed Egyptian winger Ramadan Sobhi after weeks of speculation he would head to the Premier League.

The Potters confirmed the news via their official Twitter feed:

Per their official website, chief executive Tony Scholes said: "We are absolutely delighted to have signed a player of Ramadan’s undoubted quality and potential. He’s a special young talent who is excited about the prospect of making an impact in the Premier League and we’re looking forward to giving him that platform."

All that's left is for Sobhi to receive his UK visa, which the club expect to happen within 48 hours.

Stoke manager Mark Hughes also gave his reaction to the signing:

The 19-year-old arrives from Cairo-based club Al Ahly, who are managed by former Tottenham Hotspur and Fulham boss Martin Jol.

He enjoyed a fine season for the club as he helped them lift the Egyptian title, notching six goals and 12 assists in all competitions, mainly from the left flank.

Sobhi is a tricky winger with a willingness to run at players and the dribbling skills to match. Here are the kinds of moments Stoke fans can look forward to watching next season:

As noted by Bleacher Report's Dean Jones, the teenager is highly rated in his home country:

With the signings of technically sound and exciting players such as Xherdan Shaqiri, Ibrahim Afellay and Bojan Krkic, the Potters are gradually evolving under Mark Hughes into a more possession-based side than they were under predecessor Tony Pulis, where physicality and directness were the order of the day.

Sobhi's capture underlines the desire to cast off their previous reputation as he will bring yet more flair to the Bet365 Stadium.

The winger still needs to refine his game further, but it's clear he has great potential. If Stoke can get the best out of him, he'll light up the Premier League.