Arsenal pursues short-term deal for John Stones after Saliba injury
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 9:54 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Arsenal plans to pursue a short-term move for defender John Stones, recently a free agent, responding to an injury suffered by William Saliba during the World Cup. As the club assesses its defensive options, Stones will join Ezri Konsa and Jon Martin from Real Sociedad on their shortlist. Meanwhile, Tottenham's Djed Spence aims for a transfer to Inter Milan, alongside news that Chelsea considers Joao Pedro untouchable amid Barcelona's interest. Fulham's new manager, Alvaro Arbeloa, is reportedly targeting former players from Real Madrid. These developments come as clubs navigate the post-World Cup transfer.
- •Arsenal targets John Stones after Saliba's World Cup injury.
- •Ezri Konsa and Jon Martin are also on Arsenal's radar.
- •Djed Spence seeks to leave Tottenham for Inter Milan.
- •Chelsea views Joao Pedro as non-transferable despite external interest.
- •Alvaro Arbeloa plans significant signings from Real Madrid for Fulham.
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