Stoke City recall Lewis Baker from loan spell at Blackburn Rovers
Baker made the temporary move to Ewood Park in August.
Stoke City have recalled midfielder Lewis Baker from his loan spell at Blackburn Rovers.
The 29-year-old, who scored the decisive goal in the Potters’ opening day victory against Coventry City, has returned to Clayton Wood ahead of Mark Robins’ side’s Emirates FA Cup Third Round tie at Sunderland.
Baker made the temporary move to Ewood Park in August and has since featured on 13 occasions in the Championship, with his goal against Cardiff City in November the 50th of his club career.
“As we look to enhance our squad for the second half of the campaign, it was clear in discussions with Mark that he believes Lewis can play an important role in our squad,” Sporting Director Jonathan Walters explained.
“With the best part of 300 career appearances to his name, Lewis will add invaluable experience to the group, while his technical ability is something our supporters will be well aware of.
“Having started each of Blackburn’s four fixtures over the festive period, he returns ready to make an immediate impact.”