Everton open to John Stones move despite injury woes

Everton are reportedly interested in bringing Manchester City utility man John Stones back to the club in the summer transfer window.

According to a report from Graeme Bailey on TBR Football, Everton are open to signing Manchester City utility man Johan Stones in the summer transfer window. The English international was a quality player for Everton during his time at the club, and he has established himself as an indispensable asset for Manchester City over the years.

The Englishman has helped them win multiple trophies, but he has struggled with injury issues recently. So, that has led to suggestions that Manchester City are willing to let him leave.

The Premier League giants paid £47.5 million to sign the 30-year-old from Everton, but it is unlikely that they will be able to recoup that money for him. Everton will be hoping to sign him for a knockdown price.

The Toffees could certainly use more quality and depth in the defensive unit, and Stones would help them improve further. He is versatile enough to operate as a central defender, full-back, as well as a defensive midfielder. The opportunity to return to his former club could be exciting for the player as well.

The Englishman has proven himself with Manchester City, and he has won every trophy at club level with them. Everton are now looking to build a squad capable of competing at a high level, and his experience and quality could prove to be invaluable additions. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops over the next few weeks.

Stones might need to move on

It has been a disappointing season for Manchester City, and they will look to bounce back strongly next term. Stones remains a key player for them despite his injury problems, and it will be interesting to see if they decide to stick with him.

Ruben Dias and Josko Gvardiol are the first-choice central defenders at Manchester City for the foreseeable future, and Stones might not be a regular starter for them. Furthermore, they have Manuel Akanji and Abdukodir Khusanov at their disposal as well.

The 30-year-old English international might want to move on if he is not assured regular game time next season. It remains to be seen whether Everton can make the most of the situation.