Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic has finalised his 25-man Premier League squad following the closure of the summer transfer window. The Tigers made 18 new signings after promotion, leading to intense competition for places and five players being left out, as reported by Hull Live.
This week, the club submitted its official squad list to the Premier League. The extensive recruitment drive means players like Darko Gyabi, Oscar Zambrano, and Kieran Dowell are competing for what is likely the final spot in the midfield group.
Who is in Hull City's Premier League squad?
The squad is now set until at least the January transfer window. In goal, Konstantinos Tzolakis is the established number one, backed by Jack Butland and Dillon Phillips. The defence features six centre-backs, including Charlie Hughes, Semi Ajayi, and John Egan, to cover the three-at-the-back system. At full-back, Ryan Giles, Lewie Coyle, and new signing Brooke Norton-Cuffy provide strong options.
Midfield is an area of particular depth. Regan Slater has started both league games so far, but deadline day arrivals Tim Iroegbunam and Christos Mouzakitis add fresh competition. Hidemasa Morita and Lucas Gourna-Douath also impressed in the recent match against Coventry. You can view the full roster on our squad page.
Which players are set to miss out?
According to the analysis, five senior players are expected to be omitted from the final 25-man registration. Long-term absentee Eliot Matazo will likely be de-registered. In attack, young striker Robinio Vaz is one of four players under the age of 21 who do not need to be registered, alongside Lucas Herrington, Christos Mouzakitis, and Jens Hjerto-Dahl.
This leaves one contentious decision in midfield. Sergej Jakirovic appears to be choosing between Darko Gyabi, Oscar Zambrano, and Kieran Dowell for the last available slot. Wingers David Akintola and Abdus Omur are also still with the group but are anticipated to depart in the coming days.
How does the squad shape up for the season ahead?
The overhaul gives Hull significant options across the pitch. Oli McBurnie leads the line as the first-choice striker, with Ilyas Ansah and Robinio Vaz providing alternatives. On the flanks, Mohamed Belloumi, Joe Gelhardt, Mohamed-Ali Cho, and Sorba Thomas offer variety for Jakirovic.
The manager now has a settled group to work with for the next four months. Hull's next challenge is a home match against Aston Villa on September 14, a fixture you can find on our fixtures schedule. The current league standings show the Tigers aiming to build on their early-season form.
