And this has been reiterated by Everton's decision to reject the England international's request to leave the club.
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Everton have rejected John Stones' transfer request
Everton Football Club has rejected a transfer request from John Stones
Bill Kenwright
The statement reads: "Everton Football Club has rejected a transfer request from John Stones.
"Since the start of the transfer window, we have resolutely turned down offers from another Premier League football club for our player.
"John is not for sale and he will remain a highly valued member of our first team squad."
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