Stoke squad must run through brick walls - Robins

Stoke City boss Mark Robins says he wants a squad that will "run through brick walls" this season as they try to meet club owner John Coates' wish for a competitive challenge for promotion.The Potters begun pre-season in earnest last week in preparation for another shot at a Premier League return, eight years after dropping out of the top flight in 2018.In those eight seasons since relegation, Stoke's best-placed finish in the Championship is 14th.They ended last term in 17th position, 18 points