John Stones, the English defender and former Manchester City star, has officially signed with Inter Milan, committing to a contract that extends until the summer of 2028. After a decade with Manchester City from 2016 to 2026, Stones will now don the colors of the 21-time Serie A champions and three-time European champions.
A Successful Tenure at Manchester City
During his ten years at Manchester City, Stones achieved remarkable success, securing multiple titles including Premier League championships, three FA Cups, five League Cups, three Community Shields, the UEFA Champions League, the UEFA Super Cup, and the FIFA Club World Cup. He made 295 appearances for the club, netting 19 goals. His defensive prowess and consistency also earned him a vital role in the England national team, where he earned 94 caps and played key roles in reaching the UEFA Euro finals in both 2021 and 2024, as well as two FIFA World Cup semifinals, the latest being this year against Argentina.
Stones' Ambitions at Inter Milan
After his transfer, Stones expressed his excitement about joining Inter Milan, stating, "I have so many emotions. I am really happy and proud, excited to start this new chapter and this new journey. I could not imagine a better place to do it." He acknowledged that moving from England to Italy was a significant step in his career, emphasizing that it was a long-held dream. Stones remarked, "Yes, absolutely. It was something I had always wanted to do and, when this opportunity came up, I spoke about it with my family, and we were certain: we wanted to come here."
He also noted the high standards set by the club last season, having won both Serie A and Coppa Italia, and stated, "I am here to win and fight for every trophy. That has always been my mentality wherever I have played, and I am convinced we can achieve it. We have to keep aiming for the very top."
A Message to Inter Fans
In his message to the fans, Stones expressed his eagerness to connect with them, saying, "I cannot wait to see you all, to meet as many of you as possible, to play in front of you and, hopefully, to create some incredible memories together. I'm certain we will. I want to thank you for your support even before meeting you, because I know how passionate you are about this Club and these players. I promise I will wear this shirt with pride and give everything for the Club and my teammates."
