Charlie Adam has worked hard to win back his place in the starting line-up, says Stoke City boss Mark Hughes.

The 30 year old Scotland international was a regular in his first three seasons with Stoke, but has only played 34 games since the start of 2015-16.

"He's in good physical condition at the moment. That's really encouraging for him and for us," said Hughes.

"In the past, Charlie will admit himself that, in games, to keep the intensity he plays at and the energy that he shows, he has found it difficult to complete 90 minutes on occasions.

"It's difficult when you're out of the side. You have to keep your focus and Charlie has been able to do that."