Manager Tony Pulis has left the English Premier League football club Stoke after seven years in charge.
His departure, by mutual consent, was widely anticipated following his talks with Stoke chairman Peter Coates.
The 55-year-old was appointed Stoke boss for a second spell in 2006, and under his watch the club gained promotion to the Premier League in 2008 after a 23-year absence.
The Welshman leaves 48 hours after the end of the 2012/13 season with Stoke finishing in 13th place.
He led Stoke to their first FA Cup final, losing to Manchester City by a single goal in 2011, and as a result their first Europa League campaign.
Contenders to succeed him in the Stoke dugout are Roberto Di Matteo, Gus Poyet, and early bookmakers' favourite Rafael Benitez, the outgoing Chelsea interim manager.
