Everton are expected to sign a centre-back this summer transfer window.
David Moyes has been drawing up a shortlist of potential targets, with Bournemouth’s Marcos Senesi linked to the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
John Stones has also emerged as a target for Everton as David Moyes is keen on reuniting with the Manchester City star, 13 years after signing him for the Toffees.
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With that said, transfer specialist David Ornstein has provided an update on Stones’ future ahead of the fast-approaching transfer window.
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John Stones set to leave Manchester City amid Everton interest
David Ornstein has just announced that Stones is set to leave Man City at the end of the season.
Writing on his X account, Ornstein said: “John Stones exit from Manchester City this summer set to be announced next week.
“Mutual decision for 31yo centre-back to go as free agent when contract ends after trophy-laden decade at #MCFC. Interest expected from leading European clubs.”
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Fabrizio Romano has also added: “John Stones is expected to try a new chapter elsewhere at the end of the current season.
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“Conversations will start soon but the plan is clear, time to say goodbye between a City legend John Stones and the club.”
It has been reported that Stones is open to returning to Everton as he welcomes the chance to reunite with his former manager.
Indeed, for the Toffees to have a stronger chance of landing his signature, they will have to qualify for Europe.
As Ornstein reported, there will be some big European clubs chasing the 31-year-old, so the Merseysiders must aim for a top-seven finish this term to boost their chances.
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