Mark Hughes confirms Asmir Begovic will face Liverpool

Stoke City manager Mark Hughes has revealed that goalkeeper Asmir Begovic will return to the side for the final game of the season against Liverpool.

The Bosnian has missed the last three games as speculation over his future intensifies, and deputy Jack Butland has starred in his absence.

However, Begovic will regain his place for Sunday's game in what could be his final appearance for the Potters.

Hughes told reporters: "It's right that I show that respect to Asmir. He is our number one keeper and has played the majority of the games, so it's only right and proper he plays in the last game."

Begovic's current contract runs out in 2016 and talks over an extension appear to have stalled.