Stoke City 'in talks to sign Kostas Stafylidis on loan from Augsburg'

Stoke City are reportedly in advanced talks to sign Kostas Stafylidis from Augsburg.

The Potters, who recently replaced manager Mark Hughes with Paul Lambert on a two-and-a-half-year deal, are keen to strengthen the left-back department.

According to Sky Sports News, the two clubs have reached the latter stages in their discussions over a loan agreement for the rest of the season.

The report claims that the Greece international is keen to seal a transfer due to the lack of game time on offer at Augsburg this season.

Stafylidis is believed to have been chosen as cover for injured Erik Pieters.