Manchester City have a number of superb players, and one of them is John Stones.

And, former Liverpool and Manchester United striker Michael Owen rates him highly.

So, what has Michael Owen said about Manchester City and England international defender John Stones?Let's take a look.

What's the story? Speaking on Rio Ferdinand's YouTube channel, Michael Owen has described John Stones as "unbelievable".

Owen made the comments when asked which player in the current England team is guaranteed to start.

The former England international striker named Harry Kane as that player.

MORE MAN CITY STORIESKane is one of the best strikers in the world and joined Bayern Munich from Tottenham Hotspur in the summer of 2023.

However, Owen noted that Stones is a very important player for the Three Lions.

Owen said on Rio Ferdinand's YouTube channel: "I think John Stones is unbelievable.

"John Stones a big player for Manchester City and England I do not think that John Stones gets the credit that he deserves.

Yes, there was a period when the defender was not having the best of times at Manchester City, but he has matured and developed a lot since then.

Stones is now fulfilling his potential.

Whenever anyone speaks about the world-class players at Manchester City, they mention the likes of Ruben Dias, Rodri, Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva.

Not many note the name of John Stones.

I think they should.

Stones has made 222 appearances in the Premier League so far in his career.

The defender has scored eight goals, given two assists, and kept 70 clean sheets so far in his career.

Stones has also won the Premier League title times and the UEFA Champions League once.

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