Stoke City have landed a significant coup in the dugout. Arsenal Under-21 head coach Max Porter has been appointed as assistant manager alongside boss Mark Robins at the Championship club.
Porter brings top-level coaching experience from one of the Premier League's biggest academies. His move to Stoke represents a major addition to Mark Robins' backroom team as the club looks to strengthen its ambitions.
The appointment underlines Stoke's determination to climb the Championship table. With fresh tactical expertise now in place, the Potters are signalling their intent to make a push up the division.
Porter's experience at Arsenal's elite academy will prove invaluable to Stoke's development plans and competitive strategy. His arrival marks another step in the club's long-term vision.
Stoke City fans will be hoping this fresh addition to the coaching staff can help deliver results on the pitch. The new assistant manager's expertise could prove crucial as the campaign progresses.