John Stones

[Baines' left foot]

His problem will be game time, hes probably 4th choice at the moment, I know Jags and Distin are out for a short time, but its likely he will be benched when they return.

Yeah good point that.

In an ideal world we'd send him out on loan, but we really need him at the moment. I wonder if Martinez sees him as a replacement for Distin within the next season or two, or if he plans on using Alcaraz to smooth the transition.

 

[Eggs]

Not a bad idea that mate. From what I've seen he could be better than Smalling already,

...the fact he can also play RB is a plus. I think him (or Alcaraz) could become 1st choice before the end of the season. Plenty of 'ifs' and 'buts' but worth an interest @ 66s, especially if injury impacts the likes of Smalling and Jones.

 

[Baines' left foot]

...the fact he can also play RB is a plus. I think him (or Alcaraz) could become 1st choice before the end of the season. Plenty of 'ifs' and 'buts' but worth an interest @ 66s, especially if injury impacts the likes of Smalling and Jones.

Yeah I suppose he could cover two positions, which is very handy for a small WC squad.

 

[tim cahill]

...such is his quality, I think he has a little squeak of making the World Cup squad so I've had a couple of quid on him @ 66-1 with Ladbrokes.

From my entirely unbiased point of view I think if Hodgson had any sense he'd get Distin nationalised, and line up at the back with:

Stones jags distin baines

Then play Barry as the holding midfielder and Barkley and Osman ahead of him. Lifting the World Cup would surely then be inevitable!

 

[tim cahill]

From my entirely unbiased point of view I think if Hodgson had any sense he'd get Distin nationalised, and line up at the back with:

Stones jags distin baines

Then play Barry as the holding midfielder and Barkley and Osman ahead of him. Lifting the World Cup would surely then be inevitable!

I should also add that everton fans Lallana and Rooney may also be worth including in the first team.

 

[Eggs]

From my entirely unbiased point of view I think if Hodgson had any sense he'd get Distin nationalised, and line up at the back with:

Stones jags distin baines

Then play Barry as the holding midfielder and Barkley and Osman ahead of him. Lifting the World Cup would surely then be inevitable!

....and Ladbrokes would be paying me out. Sorted.

 

[Bruce Wayne]

Stones has played in the centre of defence in the last two games. Is that his best position or is he still a viable option at right back?

I ask as Seamus has played nearly every minute this season. Is Stones his natural deputy or are we relying on Hibbo to back up Seamus with Stones playing in the centre?

 

[Abraders]

Stones has played in the centre of defence in the last two games. Is that his best position or is he still a viable option at right back?

I ask as Seamus has played nearly every minute this season. Is Stones his natural deputy or are we relying on Hibbo to back up Seamus with Stones playing in the centre?

I was under the impression Stones was a centre back to be honest?

 

[MartSlinger]

He played RB for Barnsley but im 100% he'll be a out and out CB. Playing RB has no doubt improved his ability with the ball at his feet and his height no doubt makes him perfect for a CB. A ball playing centre back is what John Stones will be.

 

[Jags..class]

wrong thread sorry

 

[n01efc]

He played RB for Barnsley but im 100% he'll be a out and out CB. Playing RB has no doubt improved his ability with the ball at his feet and his height no doubt makes him perfect for a CB. A ball playing centre back is what John Stones will be.

Martinez says he can play both but he is a future CB

 

[Pabbers]

Class, just absolute class , this kid.

Very exciting future for him.

 

[Dell Boy]

Stones was brilliant today.

When Jags and Distin are fit there's going to be some serious competition for the shirt.

Moyes deserves credit for bringing him in despite probably knowing it would take a while for the lad to come through.

 

[steele]

MOM today and on EvertonTv he shows confidence and seems like he enjoying himself. Can be hard for Distin to get his place back

 

[SimonB]

He's a class act. Just eases the opponents off and takes the ball from them.