Tony Pulis has stepped down as manager of Stoke City.

After seven years in charge at the Britannia Stadium, Pulis is now set to walk away from the club that he helped to steer into the Premier League before establishing them in the top-flight.

Pulis held talks with chairman Peter Coates today in the wake of a challenging season.

The 55-year-old helped Stoke to finish in 13th place this season but faced continued criticism about the club's style of play.

Pulis led Stoke into the Premier League in 2008 and the 2011 FA Cup Final.