Jordan Pickford has given Everton the green light to re-sign £47m star John Stones this summer. The England goalkeeper has expressed his admiration for Stones, citing him as his favorite defender to play alongside.
Stones, who currently plays for Manchester City, is expected to leave the club over the coming months. Everton manager David Moyes is reportedly interested in signing the 29-year-old defender, and Pickford’s endorsement could be a significant factor in the club’s pursuit of Stones.
Pickford praised Stones’ ability on the ball, his technique, and his experience, highlighting the defender’s numerous blocks and shot-stopping abilities. The goalkeeper also reminisced about playing with Stones for England’s U19 team, specifically mentioning a match against Germany.
Moyes has expressed his desire to strengthen Everton’s defense, which has been impressive this season, with Jarrad Branthwaite and James Tarkowski forming a solid partnership. However, the addition of a proven winner like Stones could be a significant boost to the team’s chances of success.
Stones has had a stellar career with Manchester City, winning numerous titles, including the Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup. His experience and quality would undoubtedly be an asset to Everton, and Pickford’s endorsement could be the catalyst for a potential transfer.
In 2016, Moyes praised Stones, saying that he was “coming on like nobody” and that he had “great quality and great ability on the ball.” Moyes also noted that Stones was “very comfortable on the ball,” which gave his team a good starting point.
While it remains to be seen whether Stones would be interested in a return to Merseyside, Pickford’s endorsement has certainly added fuel to the speculation surrounding a potential transfer. Everton fans will be eagerly watching the situation unfold, hoping that the club can secure the services of the talented defender.
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