Wolves join Liverpool in race for £35m Stoke ace Jack Butland after Premier League promotion
Potters look like being relegated but England keeper could remain in top flight if snapped up by Championship winners
PREMIER LEAGUE newboys Wolves have joined Liverpool in the race to sign £35million Jack Butland, according to reports.
Stoke fell to the Championship after a dismal 19th place ended their 10-year stay in the top flight.
But competition for his signature will be tough in the frantic summer auction.
Loris Karius has impressed for Jurgen Klopp's side lately and can expect to start should they reach the Champions League final, as looks likely.
But they are said to be in the market for another man between the sticks.
The same can be said for West Ham, who have reportedly turned down the chance to sign Joe Hart on a permanent deal.
But that could change with the Frenchman leaving at the end of the season.
Stoke are said to be desperate to hold onto Butland, who has seven England caps, but will listen to offers if they go down.