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Hampden calm concerns Stokes

Celtic striker Anthony Stokes believes the lack of atmosphere at Hampden could thwart the team's chances of winning the double.

Nzonzi targets Stoke exit

Steven Nzonzi has handed in a transfer request at Stoke, while keeper Asmir Begovic is being linked with Liverpool.

Friday Transfer News: Christian Benteke tells Arsenal to bid for him

THIS MORNING'S transfer news sees Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke admit his future at the club is under doubt and he would not pass up the opportunity to join Arsenal, while Wigan manager Roberto Martinez has yet to make a decision on staying at Wigan or leaving for Everton or Stoke and…

Tony Pulis shows appreciation to Stoke fans

EX-STOKE manager Tony Pulis has written a ‘thank you’ letter to supporters in the local paper, saying he bears no grudges.

Stoke reject Nzonzi transfer request

Midfielder asked to leave Potters

Stoke's Steven Nzonzi has transfer request rejected

Stoke reject a written transfer request from midfielder Steven Nzonzi, who joined the club less than a year ago.

Everton and Stoke target Roberto Martinez puts Wigan decision on hold

ROBERTO MARTINEZ has delayed a decision on his Wigan future until the start of next week after asking chairman Dave Whelan to clarify how he intends to move the club forward.

Mark Hughes is leading contender for Stoke City manager's job

Former QPR boss Mark Hughes emerges as a leading contender to replace Tony Pulis as Stoke City manager.

Stoke City step up search for new manager with Roberto Di Matteo and Gus Poyet in the frame

Stoke City are compiling a shortlist of targets as they intensify the search for a new manager, following the departure of Tony Pulis.