Sources: Stoke City's Mark Robins Sack Plan Revealed

Stoke City have no plans to sack manager Mark Robins in the near future, despite a recent slump in their Championship promotion push, according to club sources.

The Potters, once tipped for the play-offs, have endured a poor run of form, highlighted by a 1-0 defeat to Charlton Athletic. Injuries have ravaged the squad, with key players like goalkeeper Viktor Johansson, forward Divin Mubama, midfielder Lewis Baker, and striker Sam Gallagher sidelined. These absences have depleted Stoke's goal threat and contributed significantly to their slide down the table[1][2].

Robins' recent decisions have drawn fan frustration, particularly his substitutions against Charlton, where he removed attacking players while the score was level, only for the team to concede late[1]. Despite this, experts argue sacking the experienced Championship manager would be premature. "Sacking Robins won’t solve their problems. Their main issue is injuries," one analyst noted, emphasizing the club's ongoing rebuild[1].

Robins, known for steady progress at Stoke, has faced a "demoralising" injury crisis but remains committed to the play-off fight. Commentators predict no dismissal, questioning who could replace him given budget constraints and the job's demands. "Robins is someone who can do that job, but it’ll take time," they assert. The squad wasn't built for automatic promotion, and a drop-off was somewhat inevitable[1].

Club insiders confirm stability under Robins, prioritizing recovery over knee-jerk changes amid the Championship's grueling schedule[2]. Fans may be restless, but better days are expected as injured stars return.

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