Stoke City face a battle to keep hold of goalkeeper Jack Butland.

The People says Liverpool and Everton are ready for a transfer tug-of-war for Stoke keeper Butland.

Both Merseyside clubs have identified the 22-year-old England star as the keeper they want - even though the youngster could cost up to a staggering £17million next summer.

That's the kind of valuation Stoke are believed ready to slap on Butland who is being tipped for the very top after several outstanding early season performances for Mark Hughes' stars.

Anfield and Goodison scouts have been watching Butland regularly - and it's thought both clubs are ready to bid for the six foot five inch Bristol-born star.