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Sunderland goalkeeper Marton Fulop has had his loan deal at Stoke ended without playing a game following an injury to Black Cats number two Darren Ward.
Fulop only joined the Potters on loan last Friday and the Hungarian was expected to make his debut for the Championship leaders in Tuesday night's clash at Preston.
However, the 24-year-old will now return to the Stadium of Light as back-up to Craig Gordon after Ward picked up a knock.
Stoke director of football John Rudge admitted his disappointment upon hearing the news, but revealed a replacement may be signed in time to play at Deepdale if needed.
"We are obviously disappointed that Marton has been recalled but there is nothing we can do about that," he told City's official club website.
"Hopefully we will sign another goalkeeper some time today, in time for tonight's game at Preston North End."
Manager Tony Pulis has wanted competition for current number one Steve Simonsen for some time and may now turn to Wigan's Carlo Nash, a former Preston player himself.
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A bit harsh don't you think? They could have let him play tonight then recalled him in plenty of time for the Derby match on Saturday.
