Mario Melchiot comments..

Last updated : 14 February 2003 By Rob Stanway
Melchiot told his own official web-site..

"I'm aware that Stoke are not a small club and that they will be more dangerous to us than Shrewsbury. I've also heard that they have some of the loudest fans in England, so I think we can expect a great atmosphere during the game! I'm looking forward to playing in their nice new stadium.

"I actually have a friend that plays for Stoke City and that is Peter Hoekstra who was a team-mate of mine at Ajax a few years ago. I remember him being one of the most skilful players there, but sadly he's suspended for the match this weekend. Peter's got some quality tricks on the pitch and he's a bit of a mover – but when it comes to the dancefloor moves I can still show him a thing or two!"