Standard Liège is also interested in Stoke City's 26-year-old left-footed player, Eric-Junior Bocat. The Belgian club recently failed with a loan offer that included a purchase option for 1.6 million euros. Schalke 04 has also been linked with the French-Senegalese player, who is under contract until June 2028. In 10 Championship appearances this season, Bocat has provided one assist. He transferred to Stoke City in July 2024 for a fee of €1.2 million, and his current market value is €2.20m.