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Starting in pre-season Stones started and played the first 45 minutes of Saturday's friendly against Palermo.

Impact Stones got the start with a strong first XI, playing the first half before wholesale changes. the defender ended the season with a thigh issue, missing the final three months of the campaign. Injuries have hampered Stones heavily in recent years, but whenever he can get fit he earns consistent minutes in the defense and holding midfield. If Stones opens the season fully fit he should compete for minutes in either role, especially with City competing in four competitions.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Manchester City: John Stones sends warning to Premier League title rivals - 'We're back with fire in our bellies' John Stones says Manchester City have fire in their bellies after a tough 24/25 Premier League season

AUGUST 5, 2025 • SKY.COM

John Stones reveals stance on Man City exit as he lifts lid on 'dark days' during lengthy injury battle at Etihad Stadium | Goal.com US Manchester City's John Stones has opened up on a potential departure from the Citizens, as he opens up on his 'dark days' during a lenghty i...

JUNE 22, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Unused on bench Stones (thigh) went unused on the bench during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Wydad.

Impact Stones returned to the bench during the Club World Cup and went unused. The defender was hoping to make a full return before pre-season gets underway, though he will have a limited break with the Club World Cup. Stones missed the final three months of the season with the injury, on top of missing multiple months earlier in the season with a foot injury.

JUNE 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming return in pre-season Stones (thigh) is still injured and will not be available for the season finale against Fulham on Sunday, coach Pep Guardiola said in the press conference. "Except John [Stones] ev...

Impact Stones is still in the rehabilitation process for his thigh injury and will not return for the final game of the season at Craven Cottage on Sunday. He is likely aiming to be fully fit and available for the preseason of the next campaign as he is an important starter when fit for Manchester City.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for at least two months Stones will be out for eight to ten weeks with a thigh injury and will not require surgery, coach Pep Guardiola confirmed in a press conference. "No, (he will not need) surgery. He...

Impact Stones will not require surgery for his thigh injury and is expected to recover in eight to ten weeks. Nathan Ake and Abdukodir Khusanov could see increased playing time during his absence.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

May require surgery Stones (thigh) was forced off the pitch during the match against Real Madrid due to an injury that could require surgery, according to coach Pep Guardiola in a press conference. "H...

Impact Stones will know in the coming days if surgery is necessary for the thigh injury he sustained against Real Madrid. With Stones expected to miss an extended period, Nathan Ake and Abdukodir Khusanov are likely to see increased playing time in the coming matches.

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injured yet again Stones was forced off injured during the first half of Wednesday's clash with Real Madrid.

Impact Stones made it just seven minutes before being forced off during Wednesday's match. The defender was replaced by Nathan Ake, who will likely see more minutes as Stones more likely than not heads for another spell on the sideline. Stones has already had multiple injury issues this season, and has been plagued by injuries in recent seasons in general.

FEBRUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Man City 2-3 Real Madrid: John Stones describes 'anger and frustration' as City twice surrender lead in Champions League play-off Real Madrids Jude Bellingham struck a last-gasp winner to give the Champions League holders a 3-2 victory over Manchester City in topsy-turv...

FEBRUARY 12, 2025 • SKY.COM

John Stones' 'pride's hurt' after Man City's shocking loss to Arsenal | Premier League

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Two assists from defense Stones assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal) and four chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 win versus Club Brugge.

Impact Stones looked to have returned to his 2022/23 season form Wednesday, with the defender bagging assists on two goals as City completed a comeback victory. This marks his first two assists in UCL play this season, also having bagged a goal earlier in the season. This was his first start since returning from injury, playing the full 90 and appearing to be completely recovered.

JANUARY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Man City vs. Club Brugge lineups, predicted starting 11, confirmed team news, injuries: Stones returns for another 'final' | Sporting News John Stones was Manchester City's best player when they won the Champions League final against Inter Milan in 2023. Can his return save them...

JANUARY 28, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Returning as expected Stones (foot) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against PSG.

Impact Stones is back as an option Wednesday as anticipated, with the defender earning a role on the bench. This finally ends his absence of six games, hoping to now keep fit as he has only played twice since October due to constant injuries. He will look to test his legs against PSG, although that will likely depend on the position of the match, as City cannot risk dropping points with their back against the relegation wall in UCL play.

JANUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Stones (foot) is available for Wednesday's trip to PSG, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Stones came back to the team and that is incredible news for us,"

Impact Stones has struggled with a variety of injuries throughout the season. The defender is now back fit, and should compete for minutes, both in the back three and in midfield. It's unclear if he's actually fit enough for more minutes straight away or is simply some depth on the bench Wednesday.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Stones (foot) isn't an option for Saturday's clash with Salford City, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact Stones still isn't fit for Saturday's FA Cup clash. The defender has missed multiple portions of the season with injury and has aggravated the injury straight away each time. Stones has no exact timeline for his return but with games coming so frequently in the coming weeks he could miss a handful even if he's out two weeks further.

JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Stones (undisclosed) isn't an option for Sunday's fixture versus Leicester City.

Impact Stones will skip his second consecutive fixture due to an undisclosed physical problem. Manchester City are rolling with the same defense used in the previous rounds.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined on boxing day Stones (undisclosed) won't be involved in Thursday's clash with Everton.

Impact Stones won't be available for the second time in the span of a few days due to an unknown injury. Manuel Akanji and Nathan Ake are getting the call in the middle of the defense Thursday.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Thursday Stones (undisclosed) is questionable for Thursday's match against Everton, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "We train this afternoon, and then we will see how many players we h...

Impact Stones appears to have suffered a relapse of a previous injury Saturday, with the club confirming his substitution off was because he wasn't ready to return from his foot injury. That said, he is now a late call for Thursday, with his availability likely coming down to a fitness test. Even if he is fit, he probably won't see the start, with Manuel Akanji and Josko Gvardiol serving in the middle of the defense.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Saturday Stones was brought off with an injury during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Aston Villa, manager Pep Guardiola confirmed.

Impact Stones came off at halftime during Saturday's loss, and it was confirmed post-match that it was an injury. The defender has struggled repeatedly with injuries and is now back on the sideline. He's in extreme doubt for a Thursday clash with Everton.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets nod versus Aston Villa Stones (foot) is starting in Saturday's match versus Aston Villa.

Impact Stones is back in the XI a few days after being an unused sub versus Manchester United following a multi-week absence. He has notched six tackles (one won), seven clearances and three interceptions in his last six showings, scoring twice and contributing to one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training Thursday Stones (foot) trained during Thursday's session, according to manager Pep Guardiola."Manuel [Akanji] and John [Stones] are back in training. That is good for us...I don't know yet...

Impact Stones was back on the bench for the Manchester derby, but it appears he wasn't really fit. The defender is likely to be back on the bench Saturday, but it seems uncertain at best if he's ready for any sort of role. Ruben Dias is set for a spell on the sideline, meaning Stones could be more and more important in the coming weeks.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Stones (foot) went unused off the bench in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Manchester United.

Impact Stones returned to the team sheet Sunday but did not see anytime, going unused the entire 90 minutes of play in City's brutal loss. However, this is positive news, as he should be deemed fit moving forward. He will look to see time soon, as he has only played once since Oct. 26 due to his constant injuries.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready Saturday Stones (foot) is out for Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact Stones was hopeful for a return against Crystal Palace, but it seems he's still struggling with the foot injury. The defender's next chance to return will be a Wednesday trip to Juventus in Champions League action. Stones' ongoing injury woes have made Manuel Akanji (undisclosed) an even more important piece of the defense.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Stones (foot) is out for Wednesday's match against Nottingham Forest, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Not close no. Still he is injured. He has a problem with his feet. I don'...

Impact Stones will remain out yet another week, with the defender continuing to struggle with ongoing issues. He now appears to have a foot injury and has no timetable for a return, although their manager said he would miss the next week. This will have been another brutal month of play for Stones, only appearing once since the start of November due to injury.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Absence continues Stones (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Liverpool on Sunday.

Impact Stones misses out on his second straight match in all competitions and fifth across City's last six contests. The defender will hope to return in mid week against Nottingham Forest.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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