John Stones is 'finished' - Man City fans erupt at confirmed news
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Aasif Rahman
Sat 6 September 2025 13:18, UK
Man City supporters reacted in unison to a update regarding John Stones latest update whilst away on international duty.
Man City have embarked on a summer rebuild with a number of new faces and exits that helped the side build the success they’ve had under Pep Guardiola.
The likes of Jack Grealish, Kevin De Bruyne, Ilkay Gundogan and Ederson left Man City this summer, while Gianluigi Donnarumma, Rayan Cherki and James Trafford were among those brought in to bolster the side.
Football Insider revealed that Man City were open to Stones leaving this summer, but a move didn’t materialise for the defender.
Now, fans have reacted in frustration after an update on his fitness whilst he has been away with England.
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Man City have confirmed that John Stones has officially withdrawn from the latest England squad for the next two qualifiers.
The club site mentioned the reason was due to a “precautionary measure” but Thomas Tuchel revealed that the defender suffered a “minor muscle issue” [mancity.com].
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Stones had been linked with a Man City exit throughout the summer following another injury-disrupted season, in which he made just 20 appearances across all competitions.
Despite this, Guardiola has continued to trust him, with Stones starting all three of City’s opening matches this season alongside Ruben Dias, but now, that may change due to his latest setback.
SeasonGames missed2024/25322023/24102022/2313John Stones’ injury history
Although Stones ultimately stayed at the Etihad this summer, Man City allowed Manuel Akanji to join Inter Milan, leaving options at the back limited if the Englishman is injured for a long period once again.
The 30-year-old has just one year left on his City contract, and there has been no talks regarding a new deal.
Man City fans previously called for Stones to retire due to his constant injury worries, and now, the supporters have once again called for his exit following the latest update.
One supporter reacted to the news with: “Time to move on from him.
Great player but is way too injury prone”, with another adding: “He should’ve been sold in the summer.