Cotterill Happy with first training session

Last updated : 05 July 2002 By Rob Stanway
Cotterill told the Stoke City squad up front what he expects from them and what he will get in return.

He is soon off to his UEFA 'Pro Licence' training course and will return next week.

He told teamtalk: "It's seemed like a long time in finally getting to meet the players but now I have I'm raring to go and am looking forward to working with them.

"I've had a chat with them and told them how I want them to be and they are a good set of lads.

"I don't think there's any need to chat with individuals because I don't envisage any problems with them.

"Unfortunately the fact that I've now got to complete my coaching qualification over the next week is a total inconvenience but there is nothing I can do about it.

"But I know the players will be left in capable hands with Dave Kevan while I'm away."