PSV Eindhoven player Erik Pieters during his sides friendly with Nottingham Forest on July 27, 2011
Stoke City finalise Erik Pieters move
PSV Eindhoven defender Erik Pieters will join Stoke City after signing a four-year contract.
Jun 28, 18:50
David Bentley
Report: Stoke City to move for David Bentley
Tottenham Hotspur's out-of-contract midfielder David Bentley emerges as a reported transfer target for Stoke City.
Jun 25, 13:10
PSV Eindhoven player Erik Pieters during his sides friendly with Nottingham Forest on July 27, 2011
Peter Coates: 'Stoke City interested in Erik Pieters'
Stoke City chairman Peter Coates reveals that the club are considering a move for PSV Eindhoven defender Erik Pieters.
Jun 24, 16:36
Wilson Palacios
Report: Stoke City struggling to offload Wilson Palacios
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes is reportedly struggling to offload midfielder Wilson Palacios and his £26,000-a-week wages at the Britannia Stadium.
Jun 24, 04:46
Danny Rose and Nathaniel Clyne on December 22, 2012
Report: Stoke City want Danny Rose
Mark Hughes reportedly wants to take Danny Rose to Stoke City from Tottenham Hotspur.
Jun 23, 13:29
Mark Bowen
Mark Hughes reunited with Mark Bowen at Stoke City
Stoke City announce the appointments of Mark Bowen and Eddie Niedzwiecki's as members of Mark Hughes's backroom staff.
Jun 20, 15:44
The Britannia Stadium
Stoke City 2013-14 fixtures: In full
View Stoke City's complete fixture list for the 2013-14 season.
Jun 19, 08:33
Jermaine Pennant
Jermaine Pennant signs new Stoke City deal
Stoke City winger Jermaine Pennant signs a one-year contract extension with the club.
Jun 18, 15:12
Mark Hughes pointing from the sideline on November 17, 2012
Stoke City announce rise in season ticket sales
Mark Hughes sparks an increase in season ticket sales at Stoke City, the club announce.
Jun 17, 13:22
Mark Hughes pointing from the sideline on November 17, 2012
Stoke City: 'Mark Hughes will decide who to sign'
Stoke City chief executive Tony Scholes confirms that recently-appointed manager Mark Hughes will have the final say on which players join the club this summer.
Jun 15, 11:00
Mark Hughes about to explode
Mark Hughes "looking forward" to Charlie Adam link
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes vows to get the best out of Charlie Adam next season.
Jun 9, 12:34
QPR boss Harry Redknapp in the dugout during the match against Wigan against Fulham on April 7, 2013
Neil Warnock: 'Harry Redknapp has no options if he leaves QPR'
Neil Warnock believes that Harry Redknapp would have a lack of options if he decided to leave Queens Park Rangers.
Jun 7, 16:34
Thomas Sorensen
Thomas Sorensen targets Stoke City playing time
Thomas Sorensen hopes to play more football under new manager Mark Hughes.
Jun 7, 11:14
Vincent Kompany
Vincent Kompany denies Roberto Mancini grudge
Manchester City's Vincent Kompany denies that he had a bust-up with former manager Roberto Mancini.
Jun 6, 22:44
Rory Delap
Stoke City announce departures of seven players
Stoke City announce the departures of seven players, including Rory Delap and Matthew Upson.
Jun 6, 10:06
Paolo De Ceglie
Report: Stoke City eye Paolo de Ceglie swoop
Reports suggest that Stoke City are keen on Juventus defender Paolo de Ceglie.
Jun 6, 03:50
Mark Hughes about to explode
Craig Bellamy backs Mark Hughes at Stoke City
Craig Bellamy believes that Mark Hughes will be a success at Stoke City after taking charge of the Premier League club.
Jun 4, 10:51
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini on the touchline during the match against Wigan on April 17, 2013
Craig Bellamy: 'Life at Manchester City was tense under Roberto Mancini'
Craig Bellamy reveals that the mood at Manchester City was "tense" when Roberto Mancini became manager.
Jun 3, 08:59
Erik Pieters
Stoke City target Erik Pieters?
A report claims that Mark Hughes is hoping to make Erik Pieters his first signing as manager of Stoke City.
Jun 2, 14:13
Mark Hughes pulling a face on November 17, 2012
Mark Hughes to rebuild reputation
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes vows to rebuild his reputation at the Britannia Stadium.
Jun 2, 11:21
Mark Hughes pulling a face on November 17, 2012
Lou Macari: "It will be tough for Mark Hughes"
Lou Macari feels that Mark Hughes has a tough job on his hands at Stoke City after the 49-year-old was announced as Tony Pulis's successor.
Jun 2, 04:28
Stoke boss Tony Pulis on the touchline during the match against Everton on March 30, 2013
Peter Coates: 'Managers must be given a chance'
Stoke City chairman Peter Coates says that managers are facing shorter stints in charge of Premier League clubs.
Jun 1, 12:00
Marc Wilson
Stoke City's Marc Wilson "looking forward" to Mark Hughes leadership
Stoke City full-back Marc Wilson says that he is "looking forward" to working under new manager Mark Hughes.
May 31, 16:01
Mark Hughes pulling a face on November 17, 2012
Queens Park Rangers fans take swipe at Mark Hughes in ad
Queens Park Rangers fans give Mark Hughes a tongue-in-cheek thank-you message via an advert following his Stoke City appointment.
May 31, 13:05
Marseille's Joey Barton before his side's match against PSG on February 27, 2013
Joey Barton: Stoke City "mental" to appoint Mark Hughes
Joey Barton claims that Stoke City chairman Peter Coates "must be mental" for choosing Mark Hughes as the club's new manager.
May 30, 21:50
Mark Hughes
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes considers transfer strategy
New Stoke City boss Mark Hughes says that he will buy new players this summer, as long as they are available at an affordable price.
May 30, 16:13
Agent Kia Joorabchian at Newcastle United on May 6, 2012
Kia Joorabchian denies responsibility for Queens Park Rangers' signings
Football agent Kia Joorabchian insists that he is not responsible for the majority of Queens Park Rangers' failed signings from last season.
May 30, 15:11
Mark Hughes about to explode
Stoke City's Mark Hughes: 'Being Queens Park Rangers boss was difficult'
Mark Hughes admits that his managerial stint at Queens Park Rangers was a "difficult time".
May 30, 10:46
Mark Hughes
Stoke City chairman Peter Coates: 'Mark Hughes is right fit for us'
Stoke City chairman Peter Coates insists the club are in no doubt that new manager Mark Hughes is the right man to lead the Potters.
May 30, 10:34
QPR manager Mark Hughes
Mark Hughes "grateful" to join Stoke City as new manager
Mark Hughes says that he feels "grateful" to be given the chance to take Stoke City forward as the club's new manager.
May 30, 10:16
Mark Hughes pulling a face on November 17, 2012
Stoke City appoint Mark Hughes
Stoke City appoint Mark Hughes as the club's new manager
May 30, 06:10
Mark Hughes pulling a face on November 17, 2012
Stoke City fan creates 'Hughes Out' sign
A Stoke City season ticket holder has made a 'Hughes Out' sign, before the Welsh manager has been officially appointed as the club's manager.
May 29, 20:15
Mark Hughes pulling a face on November 17, 2012
Mark Hughes forced to cut costs at Stoke City if appointed?
Mark Hughes will be forced to trim the wage bill at Stoke City if he is appointed as Tony Pulis's successor at the Britannia Stadium.
May 28, 22:55
Mark Hughes pulling a face on November 17, 2012
Mark Hughes close to Stoke City appointment
Stoke City are close to making Mark Hughes their new manager on a 12-month rolling contract, according to reports.
May 28, 02:25
QPR chairman Tony Fernandes hides behind his hands
QPR chairman Tony Fernandes admits that he made mistakes
Queens Park Rangers chairman Tony Fernandes admits that he has made mistakes in terms of managerial shifts.
May 24, 16:13
Mark Hughes pulling a face on November 17, 2012
Mark Hughes favourite for Stoke City job
Mark Hughes is the new favourite to replace Tony Pulis as manager of Stoke City.
May 23, 23:40
Stoke boss Tony Pulis in the dugout during the match against Newcastle on March 10, 2013
Tony Pulis expresses gratitude to Stoke City supporters
Tony Pulis expresses his gratitude towards the Stoke City supporters following his exit from the Britannia Stadium.
May 23, 09:03
Phil Neville
Phil Neville linked with senior Stoke City role
Stoke City chairman Peter Coates reportedly wants Phil Neville to take up a senior coaching position at the Britannia Stadium next season.
May 22, 03:45
Roberto Di Matteo
Next Stoke City manager: Five contenders
Sports Mole casts its eye over five of the early frontrunners for the now-vacant manager's post at Stoke City.
May 21, 21:17
QPR manager Harry Redknapp prior to his side's match with Sunderland on March 9, 2013
End-of-season report: Queens Park Rangers
Sports Mole looks back over a campaign for Queens Park Rangers that ended in relegation to the Championship.
May 21, 14:01
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