Stoke City Names Mark Robins as New Manager

The former Coventry City boss signs a three-and-a-half-year deal to become Stoke's third manager this season.

Mark Robins, 55, joins Stoke City after a nearly eight-year tenure at Coventry, where he achieved two promotions and reached the FA Cup semi-finals last season.
Robins replaces Narcís Pelach, who was sacked after a nine-game winless streak, following Steven Schumacher's earlier dismissal this season.
Stoke City currently sits 18th in the Championship table, just four points above the relegation zone, with six wins from 24 games.
Robins was dismissed by Coventry in November after a poor start to the season despite his prior success, including a Championship play-off final appearance in 2023.
Stoke's sporting director Jon Walters praised Robins for his ability to build a team with identity and longevity, emphasizing his fit for the club's long-term vision.