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John Stones signs with Inter Milan after leaving Manchester City

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:58 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

John Stones signs with Inter Milan after leaving Manchester City

Summary

John Stones has officially joined Inter Milan after departing Manchester City this summer. The contract runs until June 2028, with a salary of approximately €4 million net per season. Stones made over 300 appearances for Man City, winning several major trophies during his decade at the club. This move marks his first venture into Italian football, as he transitions from the Premier League. His departure leaves a significant gap in City's defense as they rebuild under new management.

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Status Watch

•Stones' contract with Inter runs until June 2028.
•He won six Premier League titles and the Champions League with Manchester City.
•Stones leaves after a decade of service at the Etihad Stadium.
•Newcastle United, Aston Villa, and Atletico Madrid showed interest in him.
•Inter Milan views Stones as an immediate first-team option.

Latest Updates

8:58 PMYahoo Sports — John Stones makes Inter Milan goals clear after joining Serie A champions on two-year deal
7:27 PMESPN Soccer — Stones signs for Inter Milan after Man City exit
7:05 AMYahoo Sports — John Stones makes final decision on new club after leaving Manchester City

What they're saying

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John Stones has opted to join Serie A champions Inter Milan after leaving Man City this summerThe deal runs until June 2028 at a salary of around €4 million net per seasonStones left the Etihad Stad...
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Longtime Manchester City defender John Stones has opened up on his decision to join Inter Milan after a decade, admitting that he joins the club 'very hungry to win again'
— Yahoo Sports