Stoke City chief Tony Scholes says the club is excited about their capture of Tottenham defender Jonathan Woodgate.
Woodgate has penned a one-year contract at the Britannia Stadium after his deal at Tottenham expired.
Scholes said: "There is no doubt that we have acquired a player with outstanding quality and experience but he is one who has clearly struggled with injuries over the past two years.
"However, sometimes a fresh start can trigger a change of fortunes. Jonathan has been working very hard throughout the summer on his fitness so he is desperate to make the most of this opportunity and to play in the Premier League."
