John Stones Set to Commit Future to Manchester City Amid Contract Talks
John Stones has decided he wants to extend his stay at Manchester City, with his current contract set to expire at the end of the season. The England international, a cornerstone of Pep Guardiola’s defence, has made clear he is ready to sign a new deal that would likely keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2028.
Per reports, City are determined to avoid losing the 31-year-old centre-back on a free transfer next summer, with chairman Khaldoon Al-Mubarak eager to secure fresh terms. Stones, who joined from Everton in 2016, has been integral to City’s historic successes, winning 15 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League. He has also amassed over 80 England caps, featuring at multiple World Cups and European Championships.
Despite battling injuries last season, limiting him to just 11 league appearances, Guardiola has insisted on Stones’s importance, noting his pivotal role in treble-winning campaigns. Stones himself has spoken candidly about overcoming difficult spells of self-doubt and recurring fitness issues, underlining his determination to continue fighting for City.
This season, he has already started three Premier League games as City look to climb the table after a mixed start. With contract talks expected to advance quickly, both club and player appear aligned on a future together, potentially keeping Stones in Manchester for the rest of his career.
