Stoke City boss Mark Hughes has revealed that he is "looking forward" to working with Charlie Adam next season.

Adam, 27, joined the Potters from Liverpool last summer, but has failed to produce his best form thus far, something which Hughes believes that he can change.

"I'm looking forward to working with Charlie day in day out and it will be an exciting time," Hughes told reporters at a press conference.

"We'll get to know each other on a number of levels. I know his quality and he can affect a game in all manner of ways by the strength of his ability. It's about getting the best out of him and finding the best position for him to be most effective.

"Whenever players have been involved with my coaching group they've enjoyed the day-to-day stuff. If you enjoy the work you will improve as you have the motivation to come in and work hard every single day. That's the environment I'm trying to create."

Hughes took charge at Stoke last month.