Mark Robins has claimed that Niall Ennis’ move to Blackpool was financially motivated as he opened up on Stoke City’s remaining January plans. The Potters have made two signings this month to bolster the new manager’s first team squad.

The Potters are unbeaten in five games since the sacking of Narcis Pelach, having beaten Sunderland under caretaker boss Ryan Shawcross, who also oversaw a 0-0 draw at Burnley, before the two league draws under Robins either side of the FA Cup extra-time win in the rematch with Sunderland.

Mark Robins has his say on potential comings and goings at Stoke City before the deadline passes and the profit and sustainability rules which are restricting business this month

Stoke City manager Mark Robins has praised the work Hull City have done in the transfer market after making Louie Barry their seventh arrival of a busy January window so far. Owner Acun Ilicali has backed head coach Ruben Selles with a host of players to give City a fighting chance of staying in the Championship after a disastrous start to the season,