West Ham interested in Manchester City star as Pep Guardiola ready to wield the axe
West Ham United are reportedly interested in Manchester City defender John Stones as it looks like he could be made available this summer.
It’s been a difficult season for Pep Guardiola and co., and it seems that Man City could now make changes to their struggling squad.
Stones is someone who has seemingly left City frustrated after fitness problems this season, and West Ham are among the clubs keeping an eye on his situation, according to TBR Football.
The Hammers could do with bringing in an experienced name in defence, and someone of Stones’ profile would make sense as being appealing for the east Londoners.
John Stones linked with West Ham as Eric Dier was also targeted
Another report from TBR Football has claimed that WHUFC were keen on signing Bayern Munich star Eric Dier.
heir report states that West Ham were among a number of other clubs to hold talks over the experienced England international, though he’s decided to join Monaco instead.
Stones can offer Graham Potter’s side something similar, though, with the 30-year-old an experienced and versatile defensive player who can operate at centre-back or defensive midfield.
West Ham look like they need more proven Premier League players like that, as well as winners and leaders in this squad.
All change for Manchester City this summer?
Stones has been a great servant for City down the years, but it perhaps makes sense that his time at the Etihad Stadium is now coming to an end.
In truth, this could be a new start at City, with other experienced players also looking likely to be on the way out.
Kevin De Bruyne will be out of contract this summer, while it’s also hard to see others like Kyle Walker and Ilkay Gundogan staying on for much longer.
Man City’s John Stones is set to captain England for the Three Lions’ UEFA Nations League clash with Greece on Thursday as Harry Kane will not participate in the match due to
The centre-back has been one of the best in the world in his position for many years and has established himself as a leader at Man City with his career at the Etihad Stadium seeing him win every trophy possible.
“It’s everything I could have dreamed of as a kid. More for my family, to be able to see me walk out as England captain is a special moment,” Stones said via Sky Sports. “One I can’t thank Lee enough for. An incredible moment for me.
“To be walking out with the armband on is an absolute honour and a moment I’ll cherish forever.”
This comes following the fitness concerns for Harry Kane after the striker sustained a knock during Bayern Munich’s 3-3 draw with Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday and the former Tottenham star has been unable to train with the group despite getting the green light to stay with England.
