Supporters have backed chairman Peter Coates' decision to buy the Britannia Stadium.

The City supremo has forked out £6m in order to obtain full control of the stadium, and the Potters fans have quickly given their backing to the deal.

Speaking to the club's official website Fans Forum Chairman Terry Hughes said: "It's good news for everybody.

"I think it is a natural step forward. One of the criticisms the supporters had has now been dealt with by Peter Coates and I think it is massive news for everyone linked to the club.

"It is good for the fans because I feel there will be a big improvement over the next two or three years with the stadium.

"It's come about at the right time for the club and the council. I think after the takeover last season the club has been propelled forward and I think it's a sign of better things to come."

Supporters Club Secretary Nic Mansfield believes attaining full ownership of the stadium is the first stepping stone towards becoming a Premiership club.

"I think it's a great move and a very positive step for the future and I think it will strengthen the club both in terms of fans and of attracting players.

"This is an investment for the future, it's going to be our home for a number of years, we can reap the benefits of big concerts and such like, it's only good.

"I hope it pushes the club on in terms of bringing perhaps new directors now we have our own base, it might attract more members to the board, it might even attract more players."