John Stones’ Bio
John Stones is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre-back or defensive midfielder for Premier League club Manchester City and the England national team.
Stones is considered one of the top and best defenders in the Premier League because of his defensive abilities, ball-playing skills, and versatility.
John Stones Age
Born on May 28, 1994, in Barnsley, England, he is 29 years old as of 2023.
John Stones Height and Weight
He is approximately 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm) tall and weighs around 70 kg.
John Stones’ Family
John Stones’ parents are Peter Stones (father) and Janet Stones (mother). He has an elder sister named Jenny Stones.
John Stones Education
He attended Penistone Grammar School.
John Stones’ Relationship
John Stones is in a relationship with Olivia Naylor and they have a son together. Interstingly, his Manchester City teammate and friend, Bernardo Silva has a French Bulldog that he named after Stones.
John Stones’ Career
John Stones’ football journey began in the youth academy of Barnsley, his hometown club. He made his professional debut for Barnsley before earning a move to Everton in the English Premier League. At Everton, Stones’ impressive performances as a centre-back attracted attention from top clubs.
In 2016, he made a significant move to Manchester City, where his ball-playing skills and defensive acumen have been put to good use. With the club, he has won 5 Premier League titles, 2 EFL Cups, 2 FA Cups, and the UEFA Champions League as part of a historic continental treble in the 2022–23 season.
Stones has also represented the England national team. He made his senior debut for England in May 2014 after previously playing for England youth teams at under-19, under-20 and under-21 levels. He was chosen in the team’s squad for the UEFA European Championship in 2016 and 2020, and the FIFA World Cup in 2018 and 2022.
Stones is known for his ability to read the game, initiate attacks from the back, and maintain composure under pressure.
John Stones’ Awards
John Stones has won multiple domestic league titles and other honours with Manchester City. He has also represented the English national team in international competitions. Some of his accolades include;
England
- UEFA Nations League third place: 2018–19
- UEFA European Championship runner-up: 2020
Manchester City
- Premier League: 2017–18, 2018–19, 2020–21, 2021–22, 2022–23
- EFL Cup: 2017–18, 2019–20
- FA Cup: 2018–19, 2022–23
- FA Community Shield: 2018, 2019
- UEFA Champions League: 2022–23; runner-up: 2020–21
- UEFA Super Cup: 2023
Individual
- Everton Young Player of the Season: 2014–15
- PFA Team of the Year: 2020–21 Premier League, 2022–23 Premier League
- ESM Team of the Year: 2020–21
- UEFA Champions League Team of the Season: 2022–23
John Stones’ Net Worth
John Stones’ net worth is estimated to be around $70 million. This includes his earnings as a professional footballer, endorsements, and other ventures.
Stones’ defensive prowess, ability to play out from the back, and composure in high-pressure situations have made him a valuable asset for Manchester City and the English national team. His consistency and performances make him a prominent centre-back in European football.