New Stoke City boss Alex Neil says the reputation of the club's owners was a "key factor" in his decision to leave Championship rivals Sunderland.
He told BBC Radio Stoke that the Coates family had an excellent reputation.
"There are so many different elements of support that you need as a manager. I think all of them are provided here," the Scot said.
"The ownership was arguably the key factor to why I came here because I do believe they do give you backing, they do give you time to make sure you can get the job done, and I don't think you can ask for any more than that as a manager.