What happened?
John Stones has decided to move to Inter Milan after leaving Manchester City, despite talks with Chelsea.
Why it matters for England
Stones' departure marks the end of his decade-long spell at the Etihad, where he won the Premier League six times and the Champions League.
What comes next?
Stones will join Inter Milan as a defender, bringing his ball-playing ability to the Italian champions.
Stones has played for Barnsley, Everton, and City before joining Manchester City in 2011. He has been a key player for the Three Lions, earning 50 caps for England and helping the team reach the 2022 World Cup quarterfinals.
The 32-year-old centre-half will join Inter Milan on a deal until 2028, with the option to extend.
Stones' departure from Manchester City has been met with sadness from fans, who have grown accustomed to his defensive prowess.
The England national team will now have to find a replacement for Stones, who has been a mainstay of the defence for several years.
Stones will bring his experience and leadership to Inter Milan, where he will be reunited with former Manchester City teammate Manuel Akanji.
The Italian champions will go into the campaign as defending champions, having won Serie A in 2022.
Stones will have to adapt to a new league and a new team, but he is confident that he can make an impact at Inter Milan.
The England national team's next fixture is against Spain on September 26, 2026, at Wembley Stadium.
