Ireland's Glenn Whelan signs Stoke contract extension

The 32-year-old Republic of Ireland international has made over 300 appearances for the Potters since moving from Sheffield Wednesday for £500,000 in 2008.

Stoke midfielder Glenn Whelan has penned a one-year contract extension, the Barclays Premier League club have announced.

The 32-year-old Republic of Ireland international, whose new deal runs until the summer of 2018, has made over 300 appearances for the Potters since moving from Sheffield Wednesday for £500,000 in 2008.