Overview
- Pep Guardiola said John Stones has spent too long injured at Manchester City and backed him for England selection if he can stay fit.
- The 31-year-old is widely expected to leave on a free in June after a decade at the club.
- Minutes have been scarce this season, with reports putting him at about 15 appearances as Marc Guehi and Abdukodir Khusanov cemented the starting pairing.
- Football Insider reported City plan to announce his exit soon and that he prefers a move abroad, with interest from Germany, Italy and Spain rather than a Premier League return.
- Football Insider also reported City will seek experienced defenders in the next window to cover his expected departure.