Michael Tonge has said he is excited about joining Stoke City following his move from Sheffield United.
The 25-year-old midfielder moved to the Britannia Stadium for a fee of �2m on transfer deadline day.
Tonge told the BBC: "I'm really looking forward to it, it will be a big challenge for me that has come at a time when I need a fresh start.
"I will go out and give my best for Stoke, it will be hard but hopefully we can stay in the Premier League."
The former Manchester United trainee has spent all of his professional career with the Blades and admits it will be strange playing for another club.
"To be honest it's not sunk in that I've left, it's become second nature to be at Sheffield United," said Tonge.
"I'm sad to be leaving a fantastic bunch of lads and I wish them the very best for the season."
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