Milan set sights on one of the Premier League's top defenders

John Stones' departure during the summer transfer window is inevitable.

Details: According to TUTTOmercatoWEB, Milan have set their sights firmly on Manchester City's 31-year-old central defender John Stones.

The "Rossoneri" see Stones as the perfect candidate to bolster their back line, thanks to his top-level experience and the opportunity to sign him on a free transfer—his contract with City expires at the end of the season and will not be renewed.

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This season, John Stones has made just 16 appearances for Manchester City, a number that clearly doesn't satisfy the Englishman, who is eager to join a club where he'll see more playing time. Milan are confident they can meet both Stones' financial demands and his expectations for regular minutes on the pitch.

John Stones' market value is currently estimated by Transfermarkt at €15 million.

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