Al-Hamadi Stoke Loan Agreed and Medical Passed
The 22-year-old had discussions with the Potters yesterday, and we understand that a deal has been reached whereby the Potters will pay Town a significant loan fee. The deal, which does not include a clause allowing the player to become a permanent member in the summer, was completed in time for the frontman to be included in Stoke’s squad when they play Oxford at home tomorrow.
Contrary to other stories that said it was because of his physical, Al-Hamadi had discussions with West Brom manager Tony Mowbray earlier in the week, and a permanent deal was canceled because of the money.
This season, Al-Hamadi has been Town’s third-choice forward, but his two starts came in cup matches against Bristol Rovers and his old team, AFC Wimbledon, so his exit is not shocking.
The Iraqi international, who had adductor surgery at the end of the previous season, was on the verge of joining Derby on loan in the summer, but the move fell through when Town withdrew their offer to sign Chelsea loanee Armando Broja.
Since the Blues are eager to add a more experienced forward during this window, a January loan or permanent move to a Championship club has always seemed likely. However, manager Kieran McKenna stated yesterday that there is no assurance that this will occur before the deadline of Monday, February 3.
Born in Iraq and brought up in Liverpool In January of last year, Al-Hamadi moved from AFC Wimbledon to Town for a sum that increased to about £2 million after promotion.
For the Blues, he has made 24 substitute appearances, scored five goals, and made three starts, including one in the league. In the Carabao Cup match against his former team at Plough Lane in August, he scored his lone goal of the season.
The departure of the former Wycombe star makes room in Town’s 25-man Premier League roster, which must be resubmitted soon after the transfer window ends.
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