Thomas Ince confirms Blackpool stay

Cardiff City have confirmed that transfer target Thomas Ince has decided to remain with Blackpool.

The newly-promoted side had agreed a fee with the Seasiders to bring the midfielder to the Premier League, but were awaiting a final decision from the player.

A statement on the Bluebirds' official website states that the 21-year-old has opted to remain in Blackpool following the birth of his first child earlier this week.

Ince scored 18 goals for the Bloomfield Road side last season.