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BAYERN MUNICH AND AC MILAN LEAD RACE FOR JOHN STONES

Bayern Munich and AC Milan are in a transfer battle for John Stones. Discover why the Man City star is a top summer target.

Bayern Munich and AC Milan lead race for John Stones
John Stones enters final months of Manchester City deal

Reportedly, Bayern Munich will battle AC Milan to sign John Stones, the 31-year-old Manchester City player, this summer.

TEAMtalk reports that Bayern Munich is interested in John Stones. The Bundesliga champs want to add a versatile centre-back to their defence this summer, and Stones has become a target.

Vincent Kompany is eager to work with Stones again at the Allianz Arena. But Bayern Munich will face tough competition from AC Milan and other clubs for the Englishman in the coming months.

How has John Stones performed at Manchester City?

Since joining Manchester City from Everton for £47.5 million in August 2016, John Stones has had his ups and downs. Over the past nine years, the English player has sometimes been a starter and has had fitness problems. The 31-year-old has played almost 300 games for Manchester City, scoring 19 goals and providing nine assists up to now.

Stones' future at the Etihad is uncertain as he enters the last six months of his contract. This situation has drawn attention from clubs like Bayern Munich and AC Milan, who are looking to sign him this summer.

A Sought-After Player

Bayern Munich's interest in John Stones makes sense. The Bundesliga winners aim to strengthen their defence by signing a versatile centre-back. Even if Dayot Upamecano stays with Bayern Munich, they could still use another centre-back, making Stones a good option.

Massimiliano Allegri wants more defensive options for AC Milan to build a strong team. The AC Milan manager has been successful with some experienced players this season, and Stones could improve the team next season.

MLS and Saudi Pro League clubs also want to sign Stones, and he has also been linked with Como and Napoli. With his contract nearing its end, Stones might make an affordable move from the Premier League.

ERLING HAALAND’S MENTALITY IS THE ONLY REASON MAN CITY CAN CATCH ARSENAL

Erling Haaland’s late penalty at Anfield has cut Arsenal’s lead to three points, reigniting Manchester City’s title charge.

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Erling Haaland Claims He Needs To Be "Sharper" For City

Erling Haaland isn’t giving up on the title just yet. After slotting home a penalty deep into stoppage time at Anfield, he made it clear: “The title race isn’t over until it’s actually over.” That late goal kept Manchester City’s hopes alive.

Honestly, things looked grim with six minutes left. Szoboszlai had just smashed in a free kick, and even with Bernardo Silva’s equaliser, City were still staring at an eight-point gap behind Arsenal. But that penalty—Haaland’s first league goal at Anfield—changed the mood. Now, if City beat Fulham at home on Wednesday, the gap shrinks to three points before Arsenal even kick a ball at Brentford the next day.

Haaland tried to play it cool when people pressed him about the win. “It’s just three points, that’s it. Doesn’t matter if it’s Tottenham, whoever,” he said. But then he admitted, “Yeah, I get it. It was a big one.”

He’s not getting carried away, though. “We’ve seen it before—this race goes down to the wire. Right now, Fulham’s all I’m thinking about. There’s still a lot of football left.”

Haaland’s still the league’s top scorer with 21, but his penalty at Anfield was only his second league goal since Christmas. In his first 20 games this season, he couldn’t stop scoring—30 goals for club and country. Lately, though, the goals have dried up, and he knows it.

“Honestly, I haven’t scored enough since the start of the year. I have to be sharper and better at everything. That’s on me—I owe it to the team and to everyone watching.”

He didn’t want to make excuses or talk too much about what’s behind his dip in form. “I don’t think there’s an excuse. Fatigue? Most of it’s in your head. The schedule’s brutal, sure, but for me, it’s all about staying fit and being ready to help the team. That’s what matters most.”

INSIDE RULE 6.4.2: DISCOVER WHY MARC GUEHI IS BANNED FROM THE CUP FINAL

Pep Guardiola is fighting the EFL over a rule barring Marc Guehi from the Carabao Cup final despite City paying his full salary.

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EFL To Reject Manchester City’s Plea For Marc Guehi Cup Final Eligibility

Marc Guehi can’t play for Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final. Pep Guardiola wanted him in the squad for Wembley on March 22, right after City knocked out Newcastle with a 5-1 win on aggregate. But the EFL isn’t budging on the rules. Guehi joined City from Crystal Palace on January 19—six days after the first leg of the semi-final. The rulebook says you can play for more than one team in the Carabao Cup, but only if you sign before the winter window closes or before the first semi-final, whichever comes first. Guehi missed that cutoff.

The rule is new this year. It’s why Antoine Semenyo got to play for City in the semi at St James’ Park, right after signing from Bournemouth. Max Alleyne, who was on loan at Watford earlier in the tournament, also managed to feature after City brought him back.

Guardiola’s frustrated. “Why shouldn’t he play? He’s our player. We pay him; we signed him…” he said on Wednesday. “We’ll definitely ask the EFL—I just don’t get why he can’t play in the final when he’s been with us for a while. Of course we’ll try. It just makes sense. But, honestly, I don’t see them changing the rule.”

Switching gears—Tijjani Reijnders knows City can’t slip up anymore. They’re six points behind Arsenal in the league, and after a rough stretch where they dropped points in five out of their last six matches, there’s no more room for error. At least they’re feeling good after brushing past Newcastle to book a spot in the Carabao Cup final.

But next up? Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. Liverpool’s title defence might be over, but they’re still fighting hard for a Champions League spot. Reijnders knows what’s at stake. “It’s a big match, for sure. We have to show up and be ready. No more mistakes. We want to win every game, and this one’s no different.”

City made light work of Newcastle at the Etihad. The second leg finished 3-1, with Omar Marmoush scoring twice and Reijnders adding another. They had all three goals before halftime. Anthony Elanga got one back for Newcastle after the break, but City had already done the job.

Now it’s Arsenal waiting for them in the final at Wembley. Reijnders is hungry for success. “We’re one step closer to a trophy, and we’re very hungry. Personally, winning my first trophy with Manchester City would be amazing.”

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