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Kenwyne Jones has gone on strike to force through a move to Everton.

The Stoke striker did not turn up for Sunday’s game against Liverpool – and has told manager Mark Hughes he is not coming back.

The Toffees are believed to have made a bid to sign the 29-year-old, but the Potters are demanding a £3million fee even though he is out of contract at the end of the season.

That has enraged Jones who has told Hughes he does not plan to play or train again until Stoke begin negotiations with Everton.

The Potters last night confirmed that Jones has been fined two weeks’ wages and appear to be holding firm.

When quizzed about the forward, Hughes has claimed that Jones was either “not too well” or “unavailable.” It is a surprise move on Everton’s part, but it is believed they want back-up and cover for on-loan Chelsea forward Romelu Lukaku.