John Stones joins Inter Milan on free transfer

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England centre-back John Stones has joined Inter Milan on a free transfer after spending 10 years with Manchester City, the Italian champions announced on Thursday.

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The 32-year-old left City when his contract expired at the end of last month, while playing for England at the World Cup where he helped them to a third-placed finish.

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Stones has signed a two-year deal with Inter, a club statement said.

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He played five times for England at the recent World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, making his 94th international appearance in the semi-final loss to Argentina.

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Stones was a key player for Manchester City during their golden era under former manager Pep Guardiola, winning six Premier League titles, three FA Cups, three League Cups and a Champions League crown with the club.

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His final few seasons at the Etihad Stadium, though, were hit by injuries, and he only made nine Premier League appearances last term.

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Stones could make his Inter debut when they start their Scudetto defence against Monza at the San Siro on August 22.

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AFP

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