The Everton fans who are competing in a pool tournament in The Transfer Tavern this evening are discussing comments made by a former England global in regards to one of their players.
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Stones, 22, has endured a hard season with Everton but, speaking to the BBC, Owen said he believes the central defender could easily play for the current La Liga champions.
“He’s on a different level”, said Owen. “You can’t be expressive, you can’t be creative”.
“If you’re going to a Euros, you’re going there to win it, because what’s the point if not?”
Hodgson’s men begin Group B against Russian Federation in Marseille before taking on Wales in Lens on June 16 and travelling to St Etienne on June 20 to face Slovakia.
“I think we have a great chance and it will be fantastic squad of players and I don’t see why we will not be a real force in this tournament”, Redknapp commented when quizzed by Betsafe.
The 22-year-old was one of the most sought after defenders last summer, but after a season of inconsistent performances for his clu, b it appears that the talk about where his future was going to lie finally got to the defender at certain parts during last season. Hes the only player in the England squad who would walk into Barcelonas team at the moment.
“He’s absolutely brilliant. Get behind him, believe in him”.
‘He will make the odd mistake but so will everyone – everyone just goes on and on and on about mistakes.
Everton’s John Stones – one of only three recognised centre-backs in England’s 23-man squad – has faced criticism for the way he plays the game, often preferring to dribble his way out of trouble rather than clear the ball.
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“[Hodgson] could go with a diamond and play with three midfield players and (Wayne) Rooney in behind (Jamie) Vardy and (Harry) Kane which is quite exciting”, the ex-Spurs boss suggested.
