“In the past, he was not like he is now": The change that saved John Stones' Man City career

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straight to your inboxPep Guardiola has revealed how John Stones hit the depths of his football career amidst injury problems and personal troubles.The Manchester City defender has bounced back to form this season and is expected to regain his place in the team to face Burnley at Turf Moor on Wednesday night after contributing to a stunning 12-match winning streak.But he looked to be headed out of the Etihad exit door in the last two summers, when the break-up of his long-term relationship and persistent injury problems, saw his form plummet.He ended up being kept out of the City team by converted midfielder Fernandinho and dropped out of the England squad.The Blues would have been open to offers for the 26-year-old, who was fifth choice at.