Stoke City signing Michael Owen has confirmed he'll be part of the club's Premier League squad.

Owen has been cleared to play for new club Stoke following a decision from the Premier League to approve his inclusion in the Potters' 25-man squad.

Owen confirmed the news himself on Twitter moments before the club posted the decision on their official website.

His Tweet read: "It's official! Deal done. I'm a Stoke player. Can't wait to get going."