Potters keen to keep Diao around

Stoke boss Tony Pulis remains uncertain about the future of midfielder Salif Diao, whose contract at the Britannia Stadium expires this summer.

Diao: Considering his options
Diao: Considering his options

The former Senegal international is still in dialogue with the Potters board about a possible new one-year contract but having seen precious little playing time in the Potters' first season in the Premier League, Diao is thought to be considering his other options.

Pulis admitted: "I would still like to have him around.

"He's a great role model for any footballer, particularly our African lads, because he has so much stature as a player and a person."

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