Paul Ince has slammed Hull City for the treatment of his son, Thomas Ince.

Ince Jr has found first-team opportunities difficult to come by - instead spending a large chunk of the season on loan at Derby County.

Paul told The Times: "I'm disappointed in Hull, as in every game he's played he's done well. Instead of playing, he's sitting in my house at 3pm on a Saturday afternoon when his team are playing, which can't be right.

"I've not spoken to Brucey [Hull boss Steve Bruce] yet, but will be speaking to him very soon. If you allow Thomas to express himself, you'll get rewards, as they've seen at Derby.

"He's still got a bit to do, he's a little bit weak and will be a late developer. I remember looking at Bale and he was a little bit skinny, but the next year he bulked up and was outstanding. That's where Thomas is going to be next year."