Hull City have completed a double signing of Sorba Thomas and Christos Mouzakitis on transfer deadline day, as reported by sports.yahoo.com. The deals bring the club's total summer signings to 18 as they prepare for their Premier League return after nine years away.
Sorba Thomas joins from Stoke City for a fee around £7.5 million, with potential add-ons that could see the total rise to £10 million. The 27-year-old winger has signed a four-year contract at the MKM Stadium. He arrives after a productive Championship season where he recorded 10 goals and 13 assists in 45 appearances. Thomas provides immediate experience for a squad currently missing several key players, including Charlie Hughes, Darko Gyabi, Jack Butland, and Óscar Zambrano, who are all sidelined.
Who is Christos Mouzakitis?
Christos Mouzakitis becomes Hull City's 18th and final summer signing, arriving from Greek champions Olympiacos for a reported £13 million. The 19-year-old midfielder has signed a contract that runs until 2031. Mouzakitis made 39 appearances for Olympiacos last season and featured in all 10 of their Champions League matches. He is already a full Greece international with 11 caps and won the prestigious Golden Boy Web award in 2025. His arrival signals a significant investment in the club's long-term future.
How do the signings fit the current squad?
The new arrivals bolster a Hull City side that has started the Premier League season strongly. The Tigers currently sit 3rd in the table with 6 points from two games, having won both matches. They have scored 3 goals and conceded none, giving them a +3 goal difference. Manager Liam Rosenior now has greater depth and quality to maintain this positive start. You can track the team's progress on our standings page and view the full roster on our squad page.
What does this mean for the transfer window?
Hull City's summer business has been extensive, with 18 new players arriving at the club. The double signing on deadline day represents a statement of intent as they seek to establish themselves back in the top flight. The fees involved, particularly the £13 million for teenager Mouzakitis, show the club's ambition and financial commitment. This recruitment drive aims to provide the quality needed to compete at Premier League level week in, week out.
What is the immediate focus after the window?
Attention now turns to the pitch, with a home fixture against Aston Villa scheduled for September 5th. Villa currently sit 19th in the table, making it an important early-season encounter at the MKM Stadium. The new signings will be eager to contribute as Hull City look to continue their perfect start. Fans can find details of this and all upcoming matches on our fixtures page. Christos Mouzakitis is under contract with Hull City until the summer of 2031.
