John Stones to Leave Manchester City After Decade at Club
England defender departs Etihad Stadium after 10 years, nearly 300 appearances and 19 major trophies
L'essentiel
- Manchester City confirmed John Stones will leave the club at the end of the season after a decade at the Etihad Stadium.
- The 31-year-old England defender, one of Pep Guardiola's first signings in 2016, has made nearly 300 appearances and won 19 major trophies including six Premier League titles and the 2023 Champions League.
- Injuries restricted him to only 16 appearances this season, making him the second long-serving player to announce his departure after Bernardo Silva.
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John Stones was one of Pep Guardiola's earliest signings as Manchester City manager, joining in 2016 for an initial fee around £47.5 million. He became a key part of City's defensive unit, known for his ball-playing ability from the back. The 2023 Champions League victory completed his trophy collection at the club.
John Stones is to leave Manchester City at the end of the season after a decade at the club. City confirmed the news on Tuesday, with the 31-year-old departing the Etihad Stadium at the end of his contract. Stones was one of Pep Guardiola's first signings in 2016 and has made nearly 300 appearances for City, helping the club win 19 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and the 2023 Champions League. The England defender has been restricted by injuries to only 16 appearances for the club this season and is the second long-serving player to announce his impending departure after Bernardo Silva. “It's been my home for the past 10 years, and it'll be my home for the rest of my life,” Stones wrote on Instagram. “It's been a roller coaster in many ways. I came as a kid and now leaving as a man, becoming a father, a husband and, on the pitch, a very fulfilled player, I suppose, living all my dreams out and lifting all the things that I came here to achieve. “At the start of my career, I never would have thought I'd be in this position - firstly, to achieve everything - but to have to love the bond with everyone. Every dream has been smashed out the park …”
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Perspective IA — des possibilités, pas des certitudes
John Stones will likely join another Premier League club or move abroad
Probable · En quelques mois
Manchester City will pursue defensive reinforcements in summer transfer window
Très probable · En quelques mois
Questions ouvertes
- Where will John Stones play next season?
- Will Manchester City sign a replacement defender?
- How will Stones' departure affect City's defensive options for next season?
