Stoke City goalkeeper Lee Grant calls out to teammates in the match against Manchester City on March 8, 2017
Mark Hughes not willing to sell goalkeeper Lee Grant
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes claims that all top clubs need "two outstanding goalkeepers", outlining his intention to keep hold of Lee Grant.
May 19, 08:55
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne and Stoke City's Bruno Martins Indi on March 8, 2017
Mark Hughes 'frustrated' by talks over Bruno Martins Indi deal
Mark Hughes reveals that Stoke City have so far been unable to reach an agreement with Porto over a permanent deal for Bruno Martins Indi.
May 19, 08:45
Mark Hughes watches on during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Stoke City on May 6, 2017
Mark Hughes hints at summer changes
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes hints that he will "change things around" at the club this summer after their 4-1 defeat to Arsenal left a top-half finish beyond reach.
May 13, 19:24
Arsenal's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring against Southampton on May 10, 2017
Arsenal thrash Stoke City to close in on top four
Arsenal move to within one point of the Champions League places courtesy of a 4-1 win over Stoke City at the bet365 Stadium.
May 13, 18:24
Olivier Giroud waves during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on May 7, 2017
Team News: Olivier Giroud up front for Arsenal
Olivier Giroud starts up front for Arsenal as Arsene Wenger makes four changes for the trip to Stoke City.
May 13, 15:40
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger during the Premier League match against Southampton on May 10, 2017
Live Commentary: Stoke City 1-4 Arsenal - as it happened
Relive Arsenal's 4-1 win over Stoke City as the Gunners move to within one point of the Champions League places with victory at the bet365 Stadium.
May 13, 15:30
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger during the Premier League match against Southampton on May 10, 2017
Preview:Stoke City vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews Saturday evening's Premier League meeting between Stoke City and Arsenal at the bet365 Stadium.
May 12, 14:04
Mark Hughes watches on during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Stoke City on May 6, 2017
Mark Hughes: Stoke City players "not fazed" by Arsenal
Mark Hughes is up for the challenge of derailing Arsenal's top-four hopes this weekend when Stoke City welcome the Gunners to the bet365 Stadium.
May 12, 09:25
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Hughes: 'Charlie Taylor not a target for Stoke City'
Mark Hughes rules out a move for Leeds United defender Charlie Taylor, and reveals that club-record signing Giannelli Imbula could be on his way if an offer is received.
May 12, 09:11
Chelsea's John Terry during the EFL Cup match between Chelsea and Bristol Rovers at Stamford Bridge on August 23, 2016
Stoke City join race to sign Chelsea legend John Terry
Mark Hughes admits that he has 'spoken briefly' with John Terry in the past over a potential move to Stoke City when his Chelsea contract expires.
May 6, 19:47
Harry Arter takes out Joe Allen during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Stoke City on May 6, 2017
Mark Hughes: 'Harry Arter deserved a straight red card'
Mark Hughes is unhappy with certain refereeing decisions during Stoke City's 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, including the decision to not dismiss Harry Arter.
May 6, 18:49
Geoff Cameron celebrates with teammates after opening the scoring during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Stoke City on May 6, 2017
Bournemouth fight back to earn draw with Stoke City
Bournemouth twice come from behind to earn a 2-2 draw with Stoke City in their Premier League fixture at the Vitality Stadium.
May 6, 16:13
Lys Mousset in action for Bournemouth on July 23, 2016
Team News: Lys Mousset makes first Premier League start
Lys Mousset makes his first Premier League start as Bournemouth welcome Stoke City.
May 6, 13:02
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Hughes does not fear losing Jack Butland this summer
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes believes that Jack Butland will stay at the bet365 Stadium for the time being as there is no real reason to move on just yet.
May 5, 13:33
Stoke City's Saido Berahino grabs the arm of referee Neil Swarbrick during the Premier League match against Manchester City on March 8, 2017
Mark Hughes: 'Saido Berahino to give up his summer for Stoke City'
Mark Hughes admits that he will judge Saido Berahino "more harshly" next season, having seen his £15m signing fail to get off the mark since joining in January.
May 5, 12:31
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Saido Berahino says he is a stone lighter since joining Stoke City
Saido Berahino says that he is a stone lighter since joining Stoke City, with Mark Hughes being told that he will have only one week off this summer to get up to scratch.
May 1, 09:19
Stoke City's Saido Berahino grabs the arm of referee Neil Swarbrick during the Premier League match against Manchester City on March 8, 2017
Mark Hughes: 'Saido Berahino form is frustrating'
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes is hopeful that Saido Berahino will break his duck for the club before the end of the season.
Apr 30, 21:56
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield on December 27, 2016
Mark Hughes: 'It was a difficult game for Stoke City'
Mark Hughes praises keeper Jack Butland for his impressive display against West Ham United but insists that his side were the ones more interested in winning the game.
Apr 29, 17:52
Mark Hughes 'smiles' before the match between Manchester City and Stoke City on March 8, 2017
Team News: West Ham United unchanged against Stoke City
Slaven Bilic names an unchanged lineup as West Ham United visit Stoke City in the Premier League.
Apr 29, 13:04
Mark Hughes 'smiles' before the match between Manchester City and Stoke City on March 8, 2017
Live Commentary: Stoke City 0-0 West Ham United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage as Stoke City play out a goalless draw with West Ham United at the bet365 Stadium in the Premier League.
Apr 29, 13:00
Luke Shaw and Sergio Aguero in action in the match between Manchester United and Manchester City on October 26, 2016
Preview:Manchester City vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Manchester derby between Manchester City and Manchester United in the Premier League.
Apr 26, 16:22
Swansea City manager Paul Clement watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield on January 21, 2017
Paul Clement: 'We have momentum'
Swansea City manager Paul Clement says that he is "very proud" of his side after their 2-0 win over Stoke City.
Apr 22, 17:53
Swansea City striker Fernando Llorente holds off the challenge of Georginio Wijnaldum during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield on January 21, 2017
Team News: Fernando Llorente passed fit for Swansea City as Jack Butland returns
Fernando Llorente passes a late fitness test to start for Swansea City in today's Premier League clash with Stoke City, who welcome Jack Butland back from injury.
Apr 22, 13:04
Stoke City's Saido Berahino grabs the arm of referee Neil Swarbrick during the Premier League match against Manchester City on March 8, 2017
Mark Hughes tips Saido Berahino to find scoring touch
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes is "convinced" that Saido Berahino will justify his price tag and prove a success at the bet365 Stadium.
Apr 21, 15:41
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Glen Johnson signs new one-year Stoke City deal
Stoke City right-back Glen Johnson signs a new one-year deal with the club.
Apr 18, 16:24
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Report: Glen Johnson to sign new Stoke City deal
Veteran right-back Glen Johnson is close to signing a new contract at Stoke City, according to reports.
Apr 17, 09:49
Mark Hughes 'smiles' before the match between Manchester City and Stoke City on March 8, 2017
Mark Hughes: 'Win over Hull City should settle anxiety'
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes is hopeful that his side's victory over Hull City will settle the nerves amongst his players following a run of four straight defeats.
Apr 16, 12:58
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Mark Hughes plays down Lee Grant, Erik Pieters spat
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes plays down an altercation between teammates Lee Grant and Erik Pieters during the 3-1 win over Hull City.
Apr 15, 20:34
Mark Hughes greets Antonio Conte during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on March 18, 2017
Mark Hughes hails "fantastic" Xherdan Shaqiri
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes reserves special praise for Xherdan Shaqiri, Jonathan Walters and Peter Crouch following his side's 3-1 win over Hull City.
Apr 15, 20:22
Marco Silva watches on during the EFL Cup semi-final between Hull City and Manchester United on January 26, 2017
Hull City remain close to danger after falling to defeat at Stoke City
Hull City remain just two points above the Premier League's bottom three after falling to a 3-1 defeat at Stoke City on Saturday.
Apr 15, 16:08
Mark Hughes greets Antonio Conte during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on March 18, 2017
Team News: Saido Berahino keeps place in Stoke City XI
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes keeps faith with striker Saido Berahino for the club's Premier League fixture with Hull City.
Apr 15, 13:09
Joe Allen in action for Stoke City on August 20, 2016
Mark Hughes: 'Joe Allen could return for Swansea City match'
Mark Hughes expects to have Joe Allen available again for next weekend's trip to Swansea City, but Ibrahim Affelay is likely to miss the remainder of the campaign.
Apr 13, 17:10
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On-loan Stoke City forward Bojan Krkic denies Espanyol reports
Bojan Krkic, on loan at Mainz 05 from Stoke City, denies that he has been in contract with Espanyol over a return to Spanish football.
Apr 12, 17:24
Stoke City's Saido Berahino grabs the arm of referee Neil Swarbrick during the Premier League match against Manchester City on March 8, 2017
Mark Hughes urges Stoke City fans not to judge Saido Berahino until next season
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes believes that fans should give Saido Berahino time to get up to speed, and that he should be judged from next season.
Apr 10, 18:58
Joe Allen in action for Stoke City on August 20, 2016
Joe Allen facing two weeks on sidelines with hamstring injury
Mark Hughes anticipates being without leading goalscorer Joe Allen for the next fortnight due to the hamstring injury sustained in Stoke City's defeat to Liverpool.
Apr 9, 10:06
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Bournemouth at the bet365 Stadium on November 19, 2016
Mark Hughes frustrated as Stoke City fall to Liverpool defeat
Mark Hughes admits that he is not pleased with Stoke City letting a one-goal lead slip as Liverpool claimed a 2-1 win over the Potters on Saturday.
Apr 8, 18:55
Philippe Coutinho in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on March 12, 2017
Team News: Roberto Firmino, Philippe Coutinho on Liverpool bench
Roberto Firmino and Philippe Coutinho start among the substitutes for Liverpool's trip to Stoke City.
Apr 8, 13:01
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield on December 27, 2016
Live Commentary: Stoke City 1-2 Liverpool - as it happened
Relive Liverpool's 2-1 win over Stoke City as the Reds come from behind to beat the Potters at the bet365 Stadium.
Apr 8, 13:00
Joe Allen in action for Stoke City on August 20, 2016
Liverpool in line for Joe Allen bonus?
Liverpool are reportedly in line to pocket £500,000 should Stoke City finish in the top half of the Premier League this season as part of last summer's transfer deal for Joe Allen.
Apr 8, 12:20
Stoke City's Saido Berahino grabs the arm of referee Neil Swarbrick during the Premier League match against Manchester City on March 8, 2017
Mark Hughes: 'Saido Berahino still getting up to speed'
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes believes that his side may have to wait until next season before they see the best of January signing Saido Berahino.
Apr 7, 16:34
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