And that makes them good players?
They were two highly rated young defenders who are now pretty poor and haven't developed.
Smalling was meant to be the new Rio Ferdinand. More like Anton.
Jones has turned into Phil Neville.
So unless Stones wants that and is fine picking up his money and the odd trophy or two. Cool.
But in terms of development of a player, Fergie has gone. So it isn't gonna happen.
And to be honest, I don't really care if he went. Bottom line is ££££. And with Luke Shaw picking up £100k a week for a 20 year old, being injured and chunky, then I'd probably leave too.
Its not about being the best anymore for a lot of players. Its about a doing a job. And why our national team is a shambles.
"Listen John, you've got two choices. Either you stay at Everton and develop, or go to United and get way more money and win trophies"
Convincing argument.