Inter nearing move for John Stones, deal accelerating | OneFootball

Serie A champions Inter have been linked with a move for Tottenham’s Cristian Romero but they are now closing in on a move for ex-Manchester City defender John Stones.

The centre-back played at the World Cup weeks after leaving the Citizens when his contract ran out. He had a good tournament too, attracting multiple clubs. Get Italian Football News have looked Juventus’ initial contact but other sides remained in the chase.

Gianluca Di Marzio has reported that Inter are now pushing for his arrival, with a deal for Romero looking difficult. Stones has opened up to a move abroad, even if clubs in England have been interested.

The journalist has reported that the deal is progressing, with final details of the contract being worked upon now. The player could sign a two-year deal worth €4 million per season. Optimism is filtering through that the move can go through, with the player set to offer a reliable, experienced option at the back, with Stefan De Vrij and Francesco Acerbi on their way out.

Kaustubh Pandey – GIFN