O’Rourke drops Sat AM John Stones-Everton transfer latest
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Sat 25 April 2026 8:15, UK Manchester City hero John Stones is attracting attention from numerous top European clubs as Everton fall behind in the race to sign him this summer.Recent reports have stated that Stones is set to leave Man City at the end of his contract this summer after 10 successful years at the club.There has been no official announcement of his exit as yet, but one is expected before the campaign ends as Everton eye a reunion.As I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Everton will find a deal for Stones tough to do as they face competition for his services from several clubs across Europe.Man City’s transfer plans will see them need to replace Stones and fellow City legend, Bernardo Silva, who is also set to leave the club this summer. 🔄 Man City Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, elite targets, and contract news from the City Football Group boardroom. VISIT THE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES John Stones could move abroad despite Everton interestStones has only made 15 appearances across all competitions for City this season, and last featured in the Premier League against Fulham back in December.Sources recently revealed to Football Insider that Everton are ready to move for Stones before the season ends, but he is not yet prepared to make an official decision on his future amid interest from across the continent.Minutes played353′Successful passes %92.7%Duels won %73.3%Aerial duels won %90%Recoveries per 904.33Blocks per 901.02Stones’ 2025-26 PL statsSpeaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “It’s more a case of waiting and seeing right now.
“Stones won’t rush into any decision. He’ll consider his next steps in the coming weeks once it has been confirmed that he will leave Manchester City after a successful 10 years at the club.“There’s been links with a potential move back to Everton, but I would say they’re probably unlikely right now.“Stones, at this stage of his career, 31, I think he could maybe look to try his luck abroad.”City want £40million for James Trafford as Aston Villa circleTrafford also looks set to leave the Etihad this summer after a tough campaign upon his return to City.He has been limited to making 14 appearances across all competitions behind Gianluigi Donnarumma, but has impressed when called upon, particularly in recent weeks against Arsenal and Liverpool.Aston Villa and Newcastle are known to be interested in his services, and sources have exclusively revealed to Football Insider that City want £40m for Trafford this summer.They want to make a profit on the £31m he was signed for last year, with the England stopper keen on a move away to become a number one elsewhere.
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