Mark Hughes has claimed that he wants his first FA Cup final as manager to be with Stoke City.

The 51-year-old is preparing his side for tonight's fourth-round clash at League One's Rochdale.

However, Hughes, who has lifted the trophy as a player four times, is already looking to the final at Wembley.

"As a manager I've been to a couple of semi-finals, but never been able to make that final step and I'd love to do that at Stoke," the Daily Star quotes Hughes as saying.

"I just hope I get the opportunity to find out what it feels like to lead a team out for the final because it is a special competition."

Hughes also confirmed that he has held talks with the club regarding a new contract at the Britannia.

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Danielle Joynson