Manchester City defender John Stones has opened up about his challenging journey through injuries and his current state of readiness for the new season. After missing significant time due to various injuries, Stones is now back in full training and is part of the City squad for the Club World Cup in the United States.

Overcoming the Dark Days Stones described the past two years as filled with 'dark days' due to recurring injuries that sidelined him for a total of 164 days. 'It's difficult when you're injured, you almost work longer and more,' Stones explained. He emphasized the mental and physical toll injuries take, not just on the body but also on the spirit.

Preparation for the New Season Now, with the injuries behind him, Stones is focusing on preparing for the new season. 'I've been back in training a few weeks now and that's been going great,' he said. He is also working on extra conditioning to ensure he is at his peak performance level.

Support System Stones credits his family for their unwavering support during his recovery. 'Definitely family [help], I think that's my biggest thing, being around them and having their support,' he shared. This support has been crucial in helping him through the loneliness of rehab and training alone.

Looking Forward With a history of multiple Premier League titles and a Champions League victory with Manchester City, Stones is eager to add more trophies to his collection. 'I'm super excited and hopefully can implement these little things that we've made and tweaked, which are going to better me for the future,' he stated.

Stones' resilience and dedication to his recovery and training exemplify his commitment to his team and the sport. As he looks forward to the new season, his focus is clear: to contribute to his team's success and continue his legacy in football.