Neville: Stones can be new Pique

John Stones can develop into a world-class defender under the guidance of Pep Guardiola in a similar fashion to Barcelona star Gerard Pique, according to Gary Neville.

The 22-year-old England international completed a £47.5m transfer from Everton to Manchester City last week, and made his debut in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium.

Pique re-joined Barcelona from Manchester United as a 21-year-old in 2008 and quickly blossomed into one of the world’s best centre-halves.

Neville believes Stones has similar attributes to Pique and believes Guardiola is the perfect coach to help him fulfil his potential.

Speaking on Monday Night Football, Neville said: “I’m delighted he’s gone to Manchester City, to Guardiola. It’s the best club for him at the moment with the manager they have.

“In the past six months there has been …

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