Potters: Kitson is good value
21 Jul 2008 - 09:26:52
Stoke City boss Tony Pulis believes he has got value for money after spending £5.5million on striker Dave Kitson.
The Potters smashed their transfer record to land the frontman from Reading, who scored ten top-flight goals last season.
Kitson has signed a three-year contract at the Britannia Stadium and Pulis was delighted after beating other clubs to the capture.
"Kitson was important because he is a proven goalscorer," he said.
"It is very difficult to get those, especially ones who have scored in the Premier League.
"This is a good deal for the club. In fact, compared to other deals going on at the moment, this is a top deal.
"I know there were other clubs trying to get in on the act behind the scenes, but the agent and the player have stuck to their guns.
"They have stayed with us when there were clubs who were in the Premier League last year who wanted to sign him.
"It was a bit nail-biting at times. Other people got involved and once that happens you get a bit twitchy."
Meanwhile, Pulis expects to complete more deals despite splashing out a large fee on Kitson.
He added: "He is just one of a few players we want to bring in. I know the first one has been a long time coming, but we hope now that quite a few will follow."