Stoke signing Ciaran Clark is hoping to use his previous experience of promotions to his advantage this season.
Clark has linked up with the Championship club for the season on a short term deal, having been a free agent.
The ex-Newcastle United and Sheffield United defender has experience of promotion from the Championship into the Premier League on two occasions.
The 34-year-old stated after joining the club, per The Star: I've missed the feeling of being in the dressing room and preparing week-to-week for Saturdays.
I worked hard throughout pre-season and have kept myself in good shape since, so I am keen to get out there with the lads over the next couple of weeks.
The feeling of those sessions is something you can't replicate alone. With the quality of players we have, if we find some consistency, I believe we can go on and have a good season."