Stoke City are reportedly poised to strike for Hearts star defender John Souttar in the January transfer window. The Potters have been long-term admirers of the Gorgie centre-back, who is yet to agree a new deal at Tynecastle with his current contract due to expire in the summer.
And now an injury to his brother Harry, who already plies his trade at the bet365 Stadium, could see boss Michael O'Neill swoop for the talented 25-year-old in January - reports the Scottish Sun.
Harry suffered a knee injury while on international duty with Australia, leaving Stoke short of option in defence as they chase promotion to the English Premier League.
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