Arsenal Line Up Stones Free Transfer Monday's Gossip Arsenal's reported interest in signing John Stones on a free transfer is a move that has sparked both excitement and skepticism among fans.
On its surface, the deal seems like a straightforward attempt to fill the gaping hole left by William Saliba's injury. However, scratch beneath the surface and you'll find a more complex web of motivations at play.
At 32 years old, Stones is not exactly the spry young prospect that Arsenal typically target.