John Stones is leaving Manchester City after a decade under Pep Guardiola.
What happened?
He has been linked with Inter and Juventus in Italy.
John Stones' wage demands could be too steep for Serie A clubs.
Why it matters for John Stones
Transfer journalist Alfredo Pedullà revealed the defender's salary expectations.
Pedullà said John Stones is asking for 8/9 million base plus 2/3 in bonuses.
What comes next?
Italian clubs may be admiring John Stones from a distance rather than preparing concrete offers.
Alfredo Pedullà thinks John Stones' pedigree is beyond question, but the financial outlay is a significant gamble.
John Stones has built up extraordinary experience as a serial title winner.
He would play with ease in Italy, but his cost is high.
Italian clubs only pay that much if they've decided to go mad, according to Pedullà.
Milan is also in the market for a central defender to bolster Ruben Amorim's backline.
John Stones has not been specifically tied to the Rossoneri.
The defender's quality is strong, and he's an important player.
Pedullà would give John Stones the money he's asking for because of his experience.
But Italian clubs may not be willing to pay that much.
John Stones' future is uncertain, with several clubs interested in him.
He will have to decide which club to join next.
The transfer window is open, and John Stones is a top target.
His wage demands will be a key factor in his decision.
John Stones is a top defender, and his next move will be closely watched.