John Stones nearing Inter Milan move after impressive World Cup
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 9:02 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
John Stones is reportedly close to signing with Inter Milan after leaving Manchester City on a free transfer this summer. The 32-year-old defender's standout performances for England during their World Cup campaign, where they reached the semi-finals, have cemented his value and placed him in high demand. Inter had been interested in Stones prior to the tournament and are now the frontrunners against rival Juventus. Details on the finalization of the transfer have yet to be disclosed.
- •Stones departed Manchester City on a free transfer
- •Inter Milan is leading the chase for Stones' signature
- •Impressive World Cup performance helped boost Stones' profile
- •Rival club Juventus was also interested in signing Stones
- •The transfer is expected to be finalized soon
- 9:02 PMThe Guardian Sport — John Stones set for Inter move after shining for England at World Cup
"Defender left Manchester City on free transfer ‘I still feel I have so much to give to a club’ Inter are closing in on signing John Stones as a free transfer after the 32-year-old defender left Manchester City in June. Inter and their rival Italian club Juventus were interested in Stones before the World Cup and the Nerazzurri are now in pole position to recruit him following his impressive form in England’s run to the semi-finals. Continue reading...
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