England defender John Stonesis banking on Pep Guardiola’s advice during the World Cup as he aims to make up for a “difficult” Euro 2016.
Now an integral member of Gareth Southgate’s back three, Stones is set for his first minutes at a major tournament after going unused by Roy Hodgson two years ago.
”I will definitely speak to him in the tournament. He’s very open. He said we can call him or text him whenever we need to, 24 hours a day,” Stones said.
“He’s always said that which is brilliant of him as a person in my opinion. Even if it’s not football-related. That’s important,” he added.
England’s World Cup opener against Tunisia is just over a week away.