Turmoil has erupted at Stoke City after captain Ben Wilmot reportedly rejected the club’s latest contract offer, insisting he deserves a new deal worth £50,000 per week. Sources close to the situation claim the defender is unhappy with the current wage structure and believes his leadership and performances merit a significant increase. The disagreement has reportedly pushed the club into decisive action, with manager Mark Robins and the board stripping Wilmot of the captain’s armband ahead of the new season. In a dramatic leadership shake-up, experienced defender Benjamin James Gibson is expected to be unveiled as Stoke City’s new captain. The decision signals Robins’ determination to maintain discipline and unity within the dressing room, regardless of a player’s status. While fans remain divided over the controversy, all eyes will now be on how Wilmot responds and whether he remains at the bet365 Stadium as Stoke prepare for a crucial campaign under their new manager.
