Player: John Stones

Full name: John Stones

Date of birth: 28 May 1994

Nationality: England

Position: Centre-back (can also play as defensive midfielder)

Current club: Manchester City (as of latest available data)

Former clubs:

• Barnsley (youth)
• Barnsley (senior debut)
• Everton
• Manchester City

Club career highlights:

• Broke through at Barnsley, earning a move to Everton in 2013.
• Joined Manchester City in 2016, developing into a key defender under Pep Guardiola.
• Won multiple Premier League titles, domestic cups, and has been part of Manchester City's successful domestic runs and deep UEFA Champions League campaigns.

International career:

• Made debut for the England senior team in 2014.
• Represented England at major tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship.

Playing style: Comfortable on the ball for a centre-back, good passing range, composure under pressure, capable of stepping into midfield to help build play, and effective in defensive positioning and one-on-one situations.

Notable attributes: Ball progression, passing accuracy, tactical intelligence, aerial ability, and versatility between defence and midfield.

Honours (selected):

• Premier League titles with Manchester City
• Domestic cups (FA Cup, EFL Cup) with Manchester City
• Various individual recognitions and squad selections for England

Sources & currency: Summary based on publicly available career records up to mid-2024; for the latest season statistics and honours, consult official club or league resources.