Stoke hope Jones will face Tottenham
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Stoke manager Tony Pulis has confirmed Kenwyne Jones could be available to play against Tottenham at the Britannia Stadium on Saturday.
Jones, who joined the Potters earlier this month for a club record fee, limped off with an ankle problem barely 10 minutes into their Barclays Premier League opener at Wolves last weekend, prompting fears he might be facing an extended spell on the sidelines.
However, a series of scans and X-rays showed the striker had suffered only minor ligament damage and having started running again already, Jones could make an immediate return to action in Stoke's first home match of the season.
"He is much better," Pulis said.
"I went running with him yesterday and managed to stay up with him, so he is still not as fit as he should be!
"But we are very pleased that it is not a serious injury."
Asked if Saturday's game might be too early for Jones, Pulis said: "I'm not sure. He ran yesterday and we were pleased - if he gets a reaction today, that will push him back a bit.
"But if there is no reaction then hopefully he can do a little bit more today and tomorrow, and he's got an outside chance."
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments