Stoke City are planning to attempt to sign Ipswich Town striker George Hirst. The Potters are interested in signing the 27-year-old Scotland international on a loan-to-buy deal during the summer transfer window, with an approach expected in the coming days. Hirst was involved in Ipswich's promotion campaign last season, scoring 11 goals in 44 appearances across all competitions. If the transfer is completed, he would become Stoke's seventh signing of the summer. Hirst, who has earned 10 caps and scored one goal for Scotland, joined Ipswich in July 2023 and has a contract that runs until 2029. His market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €10.00m.