Martinez: Jags and Stones complement technically and emotionally
Everton manager Roberto Martinez is delighted with the defensive partnership formed by John Stones and Phil Jagielka and says that the 2 complement each other technically and emotionally.
The Catalan says that the leadership shown by captain Jagielka has helped Stones improve as a player and says that the pair have a good understanding.
Martinez said: “You get certain partnerships that give you real solidity and the partnership between Phil and John has been very important.
“I think they bring something that probably suits our way of playing.
“Gareth Barry and James McCarthy gave us that solidity last season and that’s something we’ve probably not had enough this season. It’s been great to see John Stones growing over the last 16-18 months.
“It’s not just in the technical aspect of the game that they complement each other but emotionally too.
“Obviously both play for England. Stones is a new centre-half who has just played for England.
“Phil Jagielka is a true captain who leads John a lot, and they have a strong understanding of what they do on the pitch which is important.
“I just think it is a very important partnership for us.”
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