Juventus ready to battle Arsenal & Chelsea for defender

Juventus are prepared to compete with Arsenal and Chelsea to land former Manchester City defender John Stones on a free transfer this summer.

The Bianconeri are preparing to part ways with Gleison Bremer to balance their books and prefer a cost-effective replacement with experience.

Stones has emerged as a realistic option for the Bianconeri, considering he is a free agent and could be tempted to pursue a new challenge abroad.

Arsenal and Chelsea are also keen on landing the former Everton man, but nothing will be sorted until the Englishman returns from holiday.

Stones is presently on a break after his World Cup with England. The 32-year-old was a mainstay in central defence despite his Man City release.

Stones has had concerns with injuries but showed exactly why he is regarded as one of the best central defenders over the past decade.

More clubs are expected to join the race for his services. Everton were initially keen but have pulled out of the pursuit due to his high wages.