Chelsea interested in former Man City defender Stones
Chelsea are interested in signing England defender John Stones on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester City.
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Axel Disasi is a central defender available for transfer.
Benoit Badiashile is a central defender available for sale.
John Stones is a defender for the England national football team.
Maxence Lacroix is a centre-back that Chelsea explored a signing for from Crystal Palace.
Trevoh Chalobah is a Chelsea defender who was called up to replace an injured teammate for the World Cup.
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Chelsea are interested in signing England defender John Stones on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester City.
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