Guardiola s system is a key link, Stones may leave Manchester City. How to choose a new challenge between Saudi Arabia and the Premier League Serie A?

According to British media, the future direction of Manchester City's defensive core John Stones has become the focus of the transfer market this summer. The Blue Moon Army plans to allow the England international to leave the team freely this summer.

Stones, 30, is in the prime of his career. He has represented Manchester City in 20 games in various competitions this season, contributing impressive data of 3 goals and 2 assists, showing comprehensive capabilities on both sides of the offense and defense.

As an important part of Guardiola's tactical system, his ability to use the ball and tactical adaptability are highly recognized. However, Stones' contract with Manchester City will expire next summer, and the two sides have not reached an agreement on renewal, which has gradually heated up rumors of his departure.

At the next home, the Saudi League was the first to express strong interest. If Stones chooses to go to the Middle East, he will not only receive generous rewards, but may also face new challenges in his career.

At the same time, many teams within the Premier League covet their abilities: Brighton hopes to improve defensive hardness by introducing local defense leaders; West Ham United and Everton are eager to use his experience to enhance their relegation competitiveness; Serie A giant Juventus is trying to strengthen the defense at a relatively low cost to accumulate strength for returning to the Champions League stage.

For Manchester City, although letting Stones go is helpless, it is also an inevitable choice for the team to renew. With the stable performance of players such as Ak and Akanji, the Blue Moon defense line has relatively sufficient personnel reserves, and recycling transfer funds may free up salary space will provide the team with more operational space for signings this summer.

At present, Stones has not made a clear statement on his personal future. However, considering the salary at the Saudi league and the competitive prospects of European clubs, the Three Lions defender's choice may become a landmark event in the transfer window this summer.

Should we go to the Middle East to start a "gold rush" journey, or stay in Europe to continue to write about our professional glory? Let's wait and see.