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Arsenal Considering Shock Move for Free Agent John Stones After Saliba Injury
The Gunners are considering the 32-year-old as low-cost cover while Saliba awaits a medical assessment, with surgery and a four- to five-month layoff possible.
- Arsenal are considering John Stones as a short-term freebie fix to cover for William Saliba, whose fitness is uncertain following an injury sustained during France's World Cup campaign.
- The 25-year-old centre-back was forced off at half-time during France's semi-final defeat to Spain after aggravating a suspected back injury. Medical reports suggest surgery is likely, with recovery taking four to five months.
- Manager Mikel Arteta is familiar with the 32-year-old defender from their time together at Manchester City, where Stones became one of the Premier League's most accomplished ball-playing centre-backs. Stones is currently available without a transfer fee after his contract at the Etihad expired in June.
- Arsenal must weigh the potential signing carefully given Stones' extensive injury history. Data shows the defender missed 164 matches for club and country over the past 11 seasons, raising concerns about his availability.
- Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi is also eyeing Stones to bolster his squad, intensifying competition for the free agent. Arsenal's next move likely depends on the outcome of Saliba's medical assessment.
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The serious injury of William Saliba forced Arsenal to speed up the search for a reinforcement for the defensive system. According to the English newspaper The Sun, the main target of the London club is John Stones, who is free on the market after the end of his contract with Manchester City. Saliba aggravated a problem on his back during the defeat of France for Spain in the semi-final of the World Cup of 2026 and must stay away from the lawns …
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