The 28-year-old, who had been on a season-long loan at Middlesbrough, has signed a three-and-a-half-year deal.

"Danny is a dominant leader. He's got great pedigree having got promoted with Wolves last season," said Stoke manager Nathan Jones.

"I think the environment needs freshening up with new signings and Danny will do just that."

Batth could make his debut for the Potters in Saturday's game at Hull City.