Central Stoke City Fc

Narcis Pelach, whose career to date has taken in spells with UE Figueres, CF Peralada, Girona, Huddersfield Town, joins the Potters on a three-year contract.

Schumacher had won 13 of his 32 games in charge of the Potters.

Plans have been announced for a £10-12m training ground development - with more space for the first team, academy and women.