John Stones Scores Winner on Inter Milan Debut, Eyes Champions League

John Stones scored the decisive goal in Inter Milan's 1-0 win over Real Betis on Saturday, marking his debut with a special moment. The 32-year-old centre-back has signed a two-year contract with the reigning Serie A champions after leaving Manchester City as a free agent.

What's Next for Stones at Inter Milan?

Stones has expressed his excitement to experience a new style of football and to step outside his comfort zone. He has praised the team's strong performance and the iconic Inter Milan shirt, saying, "This is an incredible shirt to represent, one of the most iconic in football history."

Akanji Glad to Welcome Stones Back

Former Manchester City teammate Manuel Akanji has welcomed Stones back to the team, saying, "He's one of my great friends." Akanji has taken Stones to training and shown him around the city, helping him to settle in.

Inter Milan Bolster Options with New Signings

Inter Milan have invested heavily over the summer, bringing in three England internationals, including Stones, Curtis Jones, and Djed Spence. The team has bolstered their options, with Spence able to play on the right or left, and Jones bringing different characteristics to the side.

How Inter Won the John Stones Race

Sources have explained how Inter Milan won the race to sign John Stones, reportedly beating out Tottenham Hotspur for the centre-back's signature. The fee for Stones' transfer is not disclosed.

Key Takeaways:

• John Stones scored the decisive goal in Inter Milan's 1-0 win over Real Betis on Saturday.
• The 32-year-old centre-back has signed a two-year contract with Inter Milan after leaving Manchester City as a free agent.
• Stones has praised the team's strong performance and the iconic Inter Milan shirt.
• Former Manchester City teammate Manuel Akanji has welcomed Stones back to the team.
• Inter Milan have invested heavily over the summer, bringing in three England internationals.

Transfer Details:

Note: The table only includes the transfer fee for Djed Spence, as the fee for John Stones is not disclosed.