Pulis: Owen not going on loan

Stoke manager Tony Pulis insists that striker Michael Owen will not be leaving the club on loan.

Last Updated: 19/01/13 at 12:32 Post Comment   

Michael Owen: Has made just five appearances for Stoke

Michael Owen: Has made just five appearances for Stoke

The former England striker has made just five appearances since joining the Potters this summer, and has been hit by a hamstring injury in recent weeks.

Despite Owen's limited playing time, Pulis has ruled out any possibility of Owen leaving the Britannia Stadium on a temporary deal, and will look to give the striker some much-needed match fitness by arranging a friendly behind closed doors next week.

"There is absolutely no chance of Michael [Owen] going out on loan," Pulis said.

"He needs game time but I didn't think it was right to bring him on against Palace on Tuesday.

"As a manager you have to make these decisions, irrespective of how big a name he is."

Football365 Facebook Fan Page

The Football365 fan page is a great place to meet like minded people, have football related discussions and make new friends.

Related News

Sky Bet

    • Retrieving latest Sky Bet odds

Most Commented

Readers' Comments

I

thought you were describing Bart Simpson there from the episode where he sold his soul to Milhouse. I wonder do automatic doors work for Michael Owen.

sulman
The Evaporation Of Michael Owen

R

afa Benitez has won more trophies (10) over the past 11 years than the rest of the current managers in the EPL combined, except for Alex Ferguson.

angry bird
Chelsea duo salute Benitez

T

he day Tonys hat goes missing for some bantz will be different story altogether..

TheBrestEver
Stoke probe 'banter gone wild'

Footer 365

Paul Dickov named Doncaster Rovers manager

Former Oldham boss Paul Dickov has been named as the new manager of Doncaster Rovers, replacing Brian Flynn.

Fulham goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer unsure of future as he waits on offer

Mark Schwarzer believes he has done everything in his power to show that he deserves a new deal at Fulham.

Kevin Nolan says Andy Carroll deal not crucial to West Ham

Kevin Nolan does not believe signing Andy Carroll on a permanent deal this summer is crucial for West Ham.

Mail Box

What Would United Be Like In The Pub?

The Premier League season has only been over for about 20 hours and already we're well into the summer-type Mailbox. Plus, a shout for the 2014 player of the year...

Arsenal Should Be Praised For Finishing Fourth

Arsenal fans are largely positive after their top four finish, whilst one wag suggest buying Bale from their rivals. We also have an interesting final mail. Enjoy...

© 2013 British Sky Broadcasting Ltd. All Rights Reserved