Joe Gomez’s withdrawal from competition has reignited calls for Liverpool to sign John Stones, the Manchester City defender who will leave the Etihad at the end of the 2025-2026 season. Gomez is entering the final year of his contract, which transforms a tactical inconvenience into a major strategic problem for Liverpool. The situation is particularly delicate because Liverpool finds itself with a defender on a long-term injury and potentially leaving for free. Stones’ free transfer represents a major financial opportunity in a market where even average defenders command high fees. However, Stones’ injury history raises questions about his ability to solve a fitness-related problem.
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