Overview

• Stones described last season’s ‘dark days’, saying recurring injuries left him mentally challenged, unsure of his future.
• A February hamstring tear against Real Madrid sidelined him for three months, contributing to a total of 33 missed matches and just six Premier League starts.
• He returned to full fitness this month and is in line for minutes against Al Ain in Atlanta as City pursue their Club World Cup title.
• Pep Guardiola plans to manage Stones’s workload carefully while welcoming his versatility in defense and midfield for the tournament.
• Stones confirmed his commitment to City, dismissing transfer speculation and expressing his desire to remain at the Etihad Stadium.