Stoke City bolster defensive depth with the signing of Michael Rose
- Planet Sport writer
- 17 July 2023
Michael Rose will ply his trade in the Championship next season after penning a two-year deal with Stoke City.
Stoke have signed former Coventry defender Michael Rose on a two-year deal.
The out-of-contract 27-year-old, who began his career at Aberdeen, was initially a target for manager Alex Neil during the January transfer window.
Technical director Ricky Martin told Stoke's official website: "Due to his qualities and experience of the level, Michael had interest from several clubs and we are delighted that he's chosen Stoke City as the place where he feels he can continue his development.
"He has a clear desire to succeed and to continue the upwards trajectory of his career. We wish him every success for his time with the club."
Rose, who had spells at Ayr and Falkirk before joining Coventry in July 2019, helped the Sky Blues win promotion to the Sky Bet Championship during his first season and made 26 appearances during the last campaign as they reached the play-off final.
He said: "The fact that the manager has maintained an interest over a longer period shows that he believes in me, and that makes it an attractive opportunity."
