Michael Tonge insists he's not seeking a move away from Stoke City.

A target for Championship clubs, Tonge told The Sentinel: "It's frustrating because every player wants to play football. But in the situation we are in, we need everyone around to try to give us a push and help where we can.

"We have suspensions in the midfield and that is when you need your squad. I only signed for Stoke at the start of the season and feel I'm settling in now. I know what the manager expects from me, so I'm looking forward to the remainder of the games this season.

"Hopefully we can give it that last push and maintain our Premier League status."