Inter Milan are set to discuss a two-year deal with John Stones as a free agent, with talks ongoing as per transfer insider Fabrizio Romano. The Nerazzurri have been in direct contact with Stones’ representatives for several days to establish terms for a move to Serie A.
Taking to X, Fabrizio Romano provided the latest update on the high-profile transfer saga surrounding the multi-time Premier League winner: “Understand Inter are set to discuss a two year deal with John Stones as a free agent, talks ongoing. Juventus also approached his camp over the weekend. Decision up to the English CB who also has proposals in Premier League.”
The 32-year-old England international is available without a transfer fee following the expiration of his contract at Manchester City, ending a decorated decade-long tenure at the Etihad Stadium. However, he played a bit-part role in his final season at the Etihad Stadium, featuring just nine times in the Premier League.
Alongside Serie A giants Inter and Juventus, who made contact over the weekend, Premier League contenders Chelsea and Arsenal have both made approaches to retain his services in England. And both Italian sides may have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Stones, with Chelsea closing in on the signing of Maxence Lacroix. But they may face stiffer competition from Arsenal, who could need a new centre-back to fill in for William Saliba, who looks set for a lengthy absence after suffering a back injury while on World Cup duty with France.
Stones has a decision to make over his future in the coming weeks, having put himself in the shop window at the World Cup. He made five appearances for England on their run to the semi-finals, as the Three Lions ultimately went on to finish third.