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Stones' injury gives Manchester City a problem. How will they adapt? Injuries do not usually trouble Manchester City too much but the loss of John Stones provides them with a unique challenge

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Set for sideline spell Stones (thigh) aggravated his previous thigh injury and will miss sometime, manager Pep Guardiola told reporters."John felt it again. I feel so sorry for him. It's a big loss for u...

Impact Stones felt a thigh problem and was forced off at half time. It originally was thought to be a tactical change but it now seems to be a serious muscular issue. This could easily sideline Stones throughout the busy December period though more specifics with this injury will likely be revealed before Sunday's trip to Chelsea.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Continues ramping up minutes Stones started and went 63 minutes in Tuesday's Euro qualifier against Italy.

Impact Stones has seen action three times in the last 10 days, culminating in Tuesday's 63-minute performance. He probably won't be pushed into the starting XI immediately for City following the break, but it appears he's edging closer to full fitness and should be fighting for regular appearances once back with the club. The question is where he fits in the side with a full range of defenders to choose from for Pep Guardiola

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets run with England Stones (thigh) came off the bench and played close to 30 minutes in Friday's friendly against Australia.

Impact Stones made it 22 minutes in the loss at Arsenal before the break and he got a bit more run with England, so he'll be available following the break. The question is where he fits in the side, as Kyle Walker has started every relevant match to open the season. Pep Guardiola has a couple decisions to make with a mostly healthy back line, as Stones was a regular last season and featured in a midfield role to close last campaign.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Arsenal Stones (thigh) will remain out for Sunday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "He's not ready to play. Maybe for the national team but not us."

Impact It's been a bit of musical chairs for Stones, who was on the bench in Champions League and now apparently he's not ready to play. It's unclear if he suffered a setback or he was never going to play following multiple months off. At a minimum, he can get back some fitness over the break and should be an option for City in a couple weeks.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Champions League Stones went unused during Wednesday's 3-1 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Stones was an unused substitute during Wednesday's win despite his availability off the bench. The defensive midfielder wasn't going to be rushed back with an international break on the horizon to give him time to complete his recovery. His next chance to get on the pitch is a Saturday clash with Arsenal.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Stones (thigh) will be in the match-day squad against RB Leipzig on Wednesday.

Impact Stones has yet to get onto the pitch for the club this season due to his thigh problem but appears to at least be fit enough to come off the bench. Barring any setbacks, the short week could open the door for Stones to make his first appearance in the starting XI versus Arsenal on Sunday, though he is far from a lock.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option Wednesday Stones (thigh) traveled to Leipzig for Wednesday's match and could be an option, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "They feel better, Bernardo better than John. They have both tr...

Impact Stones has been out all season with this injury, so it'd be a surprise if he started his first match back. He'll need to work up his fitness and probably won't play major minutes before the international break unless he's been secretly training in full the past two weeks, which is always possible with Manchester City. At a minimum, he's getting closer and his presence will take away minutes from Kyle Walker in future matches.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back next week Stones (thigh) is expected to return to the squad at some point next week, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "John is better, much better. He feels really good. He is training al...

Impact It's a positive update on Stones, but it really seems like he won't be risked until after the international break. Given his time out, there's no reason to push him back to the squad too early, especially when there's a longer break ahead that would allow him to get more rest and build up his strength.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to remain out Stones (thigh) isn't expected to return for Saturday's match against Nottingham Forest, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact This isn't too surprising for Stones, as Man City don't need to rush him back from a muscle injury. At this point, he's in danger of missing the rest of the month, but he appears to be close and as long as there's no re-injury, he should be available in the next week or two.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out another week Stones (thigh) will miss Saturday's trip to West Ham and likely Tuesday's UCL contest, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact There was some hope that Stones would be available coming out of the international break, but he'll unfortunately remain out. It's clearly a nagging injury that has forced him on the sidelines all season and City are taking their time with him. The hope is that he can get back in some training next week and be an option before the month is over.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edging closer to return Stones (thigh) is "more or less there" ahead of Saturday's match against Fulham, according to assistant manager Juanma.

Impact Stones is unlikely to be pushed Saturday just ahead of the international break, but it's a positive update on his status. He's yet to play this season because of injury, but all signs point to a return following the break and for upcoming Champions League contests.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out until after break Stones (thigh) will be out until after the international break, confirmed manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact It's a tough start to the season for Stones, but fortunately for City, the back line may be their deepest position. Josko Gvardiol has come into the lineup the last couple matches and been a seamless addition, while Nathan Ake hasn't been involved though is another player returning from a minor injury. Stones will hope to be back on the pitch next month at the earliest.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Newcastle Stones will miss Saturday's match against Newcastle with a recurrence of a recent injury, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact Stones has been in and out of the squad the last couple weeks and he'll miss another match Saturday with a return still unknown. Rico Lewis started the opener in the midfield, though Mateo Kovacic can also feature in the role next to Rodri, which he did in the Super Cup final.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Stones (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's Super Cup against Sevilla.

Impact Stones missed the Premier League opener against Burnley but is now back on the bench. The defender made the switch to a role in deep-lying midfield at the end of 2022-23 and could slot straight back into the midfield with Kevin De Bruyne (hamstring) out long-term.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Named to Super Cup squad Stones (thigh) will travel with the team for Wednesday's UEFA Cuper Cup match versus Sevilla.

Impact Stones was held out of the Premier League opener versus Burnley due to his thigh problem, but his inclusion in the Super Cup squad would seem to indicate the defender isn't dealing with a serious knock. At this point, Stones should probably be expected to continue playing further up the pitch in more of a midfield role, having slotted into his normal central defender spot just three times in his final 14 matches of last season.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in season opener Stones (thigh) is not in the squad for Friday's match against Burnley.

Impact Stones was not included in the squad for the season opener against Burnley, and Pep Guardiola said he felt "a little bit something in the adductor." It remains to be seen if he'll be ready to feature in the Super Cup against Sevilla on Wednesday. Nathan Ake and Manuel Akanji will start at center-back since Ruben Dias was also left out of the squad due to concussion.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

John Stones' positioning defined the Champions League final tactical battle Stones did some bits well and some less so in the final, but his positioning defined the tactical battle

JUNE 11, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

John Stones compared to Lionel Messi in staggering Champions League final stat John Stones’ dribbling display for Manchester City against Inter in the Champions League final earned statistical comparisons to Lionel Mess...

JUNE 11, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

John Stones: Man City's defender-turned-midfielder was the catalyst in their treble-winning season John Stones produced another eye-catching individual performance as Man City clinched a historic treble with a 1-0 win over Inter Milan in t...

JUNE 11, 2023 • SKY.COM

Wins nine duels versus Inter Stones drew two fouls, had seven successful take-ons, sent in one accurate cross, and won nine duels in Saturday's 1-0 win over Inter.

Impact Stones held things down in the midfield as has been the case in the second half of the season and, while he didn't fill it up offensively, he was involved in the action that led to the game-winning goal. A pair of injuries limited him to 31 appearances (29 starts), where he has logged three goals, three assists, 14 chances created, and 48 clearances.

JUNE 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

John Stones: Manchester City defender admits disbelief over career growth ahead of Champions League final John Stones and Manchester City are one win away from the treble; City take on Inter Milan in Saturdays Champions League final; Pep Guardiol...

JUNE 7, 2023 • SKY.COM

On bench against Brentford Stones (undisclosed) is in Manchester City's match day squad to take on Brentford in the Premier League finale on Sunday.

Impact Stones has recovered enough from an injury he suffered in the midweek draw with Brighton to make the squad against Brentford, and he could see some playing time off the bench on Sunday.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fitness test for Sunday Stones (undisclosed) will be questionable for the clash against Brentford this weekend, though Man City manager Pep Guardiola said Friday that no player has been ruled out for the...

Impact Stones picked up an injury during the midweek draw with Brighton and was subbed out as a precaution. His status at the moment is uncertain for Sunday's Premier League finale against Brighton, along with fellow center-backs Nathan Ake (hamstring), Ruben Dias (undisclosed), Aymeric Laporte (undisclosed) and Manuel Akanji (undisclosed).

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off as precaution Stones was subbed out of Wednesday's match against Brighton in the 84th minute after feeling some muscular tightness, Man City manager Pep Guardiola told Sam Lee of The Athletic af...

Impact Stones actually lined up in central defense of a back-four on Saturday, a rare occasion in 2023 for the player who has looked so comfortable in midfield recently. But Stones had to come out of the Brighton game late on as an injury precaution, with Guardiola saying "We didn't want to take a risk, so hopefully he can recover as soon as possible." City's next game is the Premier League season finale against Brentford on Sunday.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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