Bae Junho went into the close season with the message: “Thank you Potters for your support during my first season in England. I’ve felt welcome and at home from the start! There’s been ups and downs but I’ve enjoyed the whole ride.”
Ben Wilmot, last year’s player of the season, has had to overcome another freak injury this time around after colliding with a post back in October. He came back into the starting XI for the final four matches and ended with three successive clean sheets.
He posted a photograph of himself with Jordan Thompson, Tyrese Campbell and Josh Laurent, saying: “A stressful season to say the least. Glad we could put on a show for everyone on the final day. Enjoyed playing with this group. Great bunch of lads, especially these three. See you all next year.”
Thompson, who has had a 12-month contract extension triggered, said: “Great win and performance on Saturday to end the season. Big thank you to our fans who have stuck with us throughout the season. We know it’s not been good enough but we’ll be ready for next year.”
Blondy Nna Noukeu, who has been a back-up goalkeeper this season, has confirmed he is leaving the club.
He said: “God blessed me five years ago when he gave me the opportunity to realise my childhood dream to play football and sign my first professional contract at Stoke City.
“Today my time has come to leave the club and I can only say thank you to everyone that participated to make that dream come true during those five years. I was lucky to meet unbelievable people – staff, players, coaches, fans and plenty more. They helped me grow as a footballer but also as a man I’m proud to call them today my friends.
“I wish all the very best in the future with more successful moments to everyone at the club. It’s been an honour and a pleasure to represent Stoke City.”
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