Chris Riggott admits it was a "no-brainer" to join Stoke on loan - and the Middlesbrough defender would not rule out a permanent switch.The 27-year-old is on loan until the end of the season after falling down the pecking order at the Riverside Stadium following a spate of injuries.

With the Potters firmly embroiled in the race for promotion, Riggott is concentrating on helping the team reach the Premiership.

"It was a no-brainer for me to come to Stoke because I haven't played a lot of football in the last year. I'm excited by the thought of playing again - and for a team that seems to be flying despite a couple of dodgy results," he told The Sentinel.

"I've come here to play and help the team. The aim is obviously to win as many of the last 10 games as possible to try and win automatic promotion.

"I wouldn't rule out a move to Stoke. But for the short-term, I just want to get my first game out of the way and then build on that. You can't look too far ahead."

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