Stoke release Ciaran Clark, offer Enda Stevens contract extension

Defenders Clark (34) and Stevens (33) were part of another struggling Championship campaign for the Potters, which ended in survival following three wins on the run-in

Ciaran Clark cuts a dejected figure

Stoke City have released Ciaran Clark but hope to persuade his Ireland international colleague Enda Stevens to stick around for next season.

The conclusion of the regulation English Football League campaign last weekend prompted clubs to confirm their retained lists and who they are releasing.