Kranjcar, 24, rose to prominence for Portsmouth last season - scoring five goals and making a vital contribution from midfield to attract admiring glances from a number of rival Barclays Premier League managers.
Adams is hoping to tie the playmaker to an improved long-term deal at Fratton Park - but admits he expects more from Kranjcar as the FA Cup holders defend their trophy in their third-round replay at Bristol City on Tuesday evening.
Adams said: "Niko can do better. He knocked in a few last season but has not scored since he was a 'super-sub' a couple of months ago.
"I expect more from my great players, and Niko is certainly one of them. I want to stretch my players, always push them - I think he is someone who needs that.
"He is a tremendous player, fantastic with the ball at his feet and great to watch - but he needs to keep delivering."
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