Source: Daily_Mail
Stoke sign Jermaine Pennant, Eidur Gudjohnsen, Salif Diao and Marc Wilson
StokeCity clinched the signing of striker Eidur Gudjohnsen - and confirmed a shock move for winger Jermaine Pennant just moments before the transfer window closed.[LNB]The club also signed midfielder Marc Wilson from Portsmouth in a deal that saw Liam Lawrence and Dave Kitson go to Fratton Park.[LNB]And Tony Pulis re-signed Salif Diao, whose contract ran out at the end of last season. [LNB]Out of the blue: Pennant has left Zaragoza for a return to England with Stoke[LNB]Former Chelsea, Barcelona and Tottenham striker Gudjohnsen turned down Fulham to join Stoke on a season-long loan from Monaco.[LNB]Pennant, the 27-year-old former Arsenal, Liverpool and Birmingham midfielder, has returned from Real Zaragoza on a season loan.[LNB]On his way again: Monaco's Eidur Gudjohnsen is expected to line up at Stoke[LNB][LNB]Diao, In addition to his new contract, will alsotake on an ambassadorial role for the club in Africa and other parts ofthe world.[LNB]Return: Salif Diao has resigned for Stoke City[LNB]'It's great to be back home. I love the club and I love thesupporters, so I always hoped something could be sorted out,' said the 33-year-old Senegalese.[LNB]'I feel there is still unfinished business and I want to help Stoke City continue the excellent progress made in my time here.[LNB]'Tony Pulis is more than a manager to me and I want to repay thefaith that he has shown in my ability at this stage in my career.[LNB]'I believe I can still make a big contribution as a player but it isalso very exciting that I have another important role to play whichcould help bring new talent to the club in the future.'[LNB]Pulis added: 'It is fantastic to see Salif back because he is notonly an experienced head, he is a good person to have around the place.[LNB] Back in the big time: Wilson (left) played for Pompey in the Premier League[LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB] LIVE: Transfer deadline day - keep track of all the latest news before the window slams shutClub-by-club Premier League guide to every transfer deal in summer 2010Pulis is more than a manager to me, says Diao as he pens new Stoke dealSTOKE CITY FC
