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State of the deal
Unconfirmed talk, most recently from The Athletic Staff, suggests Arsenal are considering signing free agent John Stones, who recently left Manchester City. All recent reports, including from Alex James (Manchester Evening News) and Sky Sports Staff, indicate only speculative interest from Arsenal, with no further progression towards a deal.
Timeline · 5 reports
- The Athletic Staff326 Jul
Rumour
John Stones is a free agent after leaving Manchester City following 10 seasons with the club. Arsenal are considering signing the 32-year-old England defender, who is available for no transfer fee. Chelsea also have him on a list of potential targets.
- Alex James421 Jul
Rumour
England international John Stones, 32, is reportedly seeking a new club after departing Manchester City. Speculation suggests Arsenal and Chelsea are considering signing the centre-back, with Juventus also linked. Stones left City as a free agent after his contract expired.
- Sky Sports Staff319 Jul
Rumour
Arsenal are reportedly lining up a short-term deal for England defender John Stones. This move comes as a response to William Saliba's injury sustained at the World Cup. The Gunners are looking for defensive reinforcements.
- Matty Hewitt419 Jul
Rumour
Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing former Manchester City defender John Stones. Stones is a free agent after leaving Manchester City this summer and is known to Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta. The move is being considered as a solution amid concerns over William Saliba's inj
- Kieran King419 Jul
Rumour
Arsenal are reportedly preparing a shock free transfer move for former Manchester City defender John Stones. The Gunners are looking for a short-term replacement for William Saliba, who is facing up to five months out with a serious back injury. Stones became a free agent this su
Elsewhere in this race
What the other clubs chasing him have done. These reports belong to their deals, not this one.
