John Stones

[Neville Kneville]

If we look at Boateng, his defensive cock ups, like the several goals he's handed to us, are balanced against his passing ability, which gives Bayern & also Germany, an extra dimension.

I imagine that's the trade off Pep is looking at. Yes, he will cost us goals, but he will also help us dominate games.

Hope he's right.

 

[MCFCFanTX]

Pep will probably develop Stones into a defensive midfielder in a year or two. His ball playing ability is really good. His defending, honestly, leaves a lot to be desired.

 

[jpinblue]

Pep will probably develop Stones into a defensive midfielder in a year or two. His ball playing ability is really good. His defending, honestly, leaves a lot to be desired.

An Eric Dier Role, i can picture it now

 

[Silva2021]

An Eric Dier Role, i can picture it now

If we buy him it would be to be a centre back, I do not see us paying £50 million to then change his position. I have nothing against buying a player for £8-£10 million and thinking they have potential elsewhere, but to spend a record fee for a centre back you should be buying a CENTRE BACK.

 

[domalino]

Pep will probably develop Stones into a defensive midfielder in a year or two. His ball playing ability is really good. His defending, honestly, leaves a lot to be desired.

Why would Pep be interested in spending £50m on a defensive midfielder who apparently isn't any good at defending.

He could get any one of dozens of good on the ball, technically skilled midfielders for 1/4 of the price.

If Guardiola wants Stones, it'll be as a centre back.

 

[Sergio Picasso Aguero]

Yes, he will cost us goals, but he will also help us dominate games.

Exactly, the pros outweigh the cons. Actually really excited about this signing.

 

[bluesince76]

If Pep wants Stones, it's not as a centre back. Or a right back. Or a defensive midfielder. It's because he thinks he could play all 3

 

[doobyedoobye]

Stones is a serious step up on Mangala in terms of ball distribution and versatility.

 

[the_game_161]

An Eric Dier Role, i can picture it now

Good example I agree

 

[Cityfan]

Stones is a serious step up on Mangala in terms of ball distribution and versatility.

So is the goal post.
PS This is not meant to be an anti Mangala post I actually quite like him but one thing is for sure distribution ain't one of his key attractions.