John Stones has confirmed he will bring his long and successful spell at Manchester City to an end this summer, departing the club as a free agent.
After a decade at the Etihad, the England defender is set to move on when his contract expires, closing the curtain on a glittering era defined by silverware and consistency.
However, his final campaign has been disrupted by injuries, limiting him to just four Premier League starts.
Stones arrived from Everton in 2016 for £47.5 million, becoming one of the first signings under Pep Guardiola.
From that point forward, he evolved into a key figure in City’s defensive setup, contributing to one of the most dominant periods in English football.
Over the years, he has amassed an impressive collection of 19 major trophies, including six Premier League titles, a UEFA Champions League crown, two FA Cups, and five Carabao Cups.
His composure on the ball and tactical intelligence made him a vital component in Guardiola’s system.
Even as Stones prepares for his next chapter, Manchester City’s season is far from over.
The club remain firmly in the hunt for further silverware, still battling for the Premier League title and preparing for an FA Cup final showdown against Chelsea at Wembley.
Meanwhile, in the title race, City are closely chasing Arsenal, sitting just three points behind with a game in hand: setting up a thrilling finish to the campaign.
As the season enters its decisive stretch, Stones will be aiming to sign off in style.
Regardless of what comes next, his legacy at the Etihad Stadium is already firmly secured as one of the club’s most decorated defenders.
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