Arsenal send out young defender Harry Clarke, 21, to Stoke on season-long loan transfer
ARSENAL’S Harry Clarke says he’s looking forward to a spell as Stoke City’s very own Harry Potter – after Michael O’Neill made him his second summer signing.
The 21-year-old Gunner has joined the Potters on season-long loan and says he’s confident he can help O’Neill transform Stoke into a Premier League team again by the end of his stay.
The right-sided-defender said, who has impressed north of the border with Ross County and Hibs, said: “I see Stoke City as a Premier League club like a lot of people do.
“I want to be part of something special here this year, getting the club back to where they belong.
“It feels unreal coming to a club like this.
“It’s been a dream to play in the Championship for a while now so it’s good that it’s finally over the line.
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“Obviously we had to deal with leaving Hibs, which had to be done the right way, but I’ve been excited about it ever since I heard about it.
“Michael O’Neill came up to watch a couple of games. We had a good meeting.
“He seems really positive, and he likes me.
“I want to feel wanted so for a manager to come up and see me he’s definitely shown that.”
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O’Neill said: “Harry is young and hungry to succeed.
“He’s a fantastic athlete with a great deal of potential.
“We’re delighted to have secured his services for the forthcoming season.”