Everton’s first season at their new home ground, Hill Dickinson Stadium, will see them likely to finish in the top half of the Premier League, sitting ninth in the standings, with a late push for a European spot in the coming weeks.
Nevertheless, the team needs some more reinforcements all over the pitch and defense is expected to be a key area for the Toffees among others, as they have conceded more than one goal per game in the league: 31 goals conceded in 27 games.
Football Insider reported this that Everton are considering a move for former player and Manchester City star John Stones as a free agent during the summer transfer window once his contract with Pep Guardiola’s side expires.
That’s him valued at £15 million on Transfermarktbut after an illustrious career at City, where he won the Champions League once and the Premier League six times, a Bosman strike for the Englishman is an attractive proposition.
Stones can keep the door open to Everton
John Stones has made just 14 appearances in all competitions for Manchester City this season and given his sporadic role at the Etihad Stadium, the 31-year-old would most likely not be able to sign a new contract with the club and leave on a free transfer this year.
Stones could retain Everton as an option, where his leadership and experience will be highly valued. He may also play regularly for his team as Jarrad Branthwaite could move elsewhere while James Tarkowski and Michael Keane age.
At 31, he promises to be a good short-term addition to David Moyes’ side, but with his age a major factor, it may not be a surprise if Stones decides to pursue a lucrative contract in the Middle East or a challenge in the United States.
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