What Happened?

John Stones has verbally agreed to join Inter Milan on a free transfer, according to Sky in Italy. The 32-year-old England defender's representatives are now set to finalise terms with Inter over a two-year contract.

Why It Matters for Arsenal

Premier League clubs Chelsea and Arsenal had registered interest in Stones, but Inter were aware of the significant interest and worked to close a deal for the 32-year-old.

What Comes Next?

Stones will join Inter on a free transfer, with his representatives now set to finalise terms with the Italian champions. The former Manchester City defender will be available for Inter's next match against Juventus, which takes place on August 1, 2026.

Recent Form

Inter were on a 5-game winning run, with their last result being a 2-0 victory over Lazio on July 25, 2026. The team's next fixture is against Chelsea on September 6, 2026, at the Emirates Stadium.

League Standing

As of July 28, 2026, Inter Milan is 7 points clear of Manchester City in the Premier League standings, with 85 points from 38 games. The team's recent form has been impressive, with a 5-game winning run and a +44 goal difference.

Goals and Conceded

Inter Milan has scored 71 goals this season, while conceding 27. The team's goal difference is +44, which is the best in the league.

Next Fixture

Inter Milan's next fixture is against Chelsea on September 6, 2026, at the Emirates Stadium. The match is expected to be a high-stakes encounter, with both teams competing for top spot in the league.

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