Super Eagles’ striker, Osaze Odemwingie, has rejoined his Stoke City side in their pre-season’s goalless draw against Burton Albion at the weekend after playing in this summer’s World Cup Finals for the Super Eagles.
“I’m really looking forward to the new season and I’m happy to be a part of the team again,” Osaze said following the game at the Pirelli Stadium.
“We have signed some strong players that have added to the talent we already have here and I’m looking forward to working with them.
“I have to work hard to earn my spot in the side, without competition you perhaps don’t work towards the best of your ability.
“The new signings have made the squad stronger and it brings healthy competition into the team.”
The Nigerian was arguably one of the Potters’ star performers last season- despite only arriving at the Britannia Stadium in January.
Odemwingie admitted he has had to adapt his approach since joining the Potters and added that he is eager to continue the rich vein of form which saw him score five goals in 15 appearances for the Club last season.
“My aim is to carry on from where I left off last year,” he said.
“Since joining the Club I feel I have matured and become a better player.
“It may sound odd, but not scoring as many goals has certainly helped me improve as a team player.
“I feel fit and ready, so I am looking forward to the new season very much.”
The former West Bromwich Albion forward added: “Hopefully we can do as well as we did last season.
“With a stronger squad things can only get better so we are definitely looking up.
“With the quality of players we have I’m positive we can continue our great team spirit and have another good season.”
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