Published: 20:13, 13 August 2024 | Updated: 21:35, 13 August 2024
John Stones, the England and Manchester City defender, is set to tie the knot with his long-term partner, entrepreneur Olivia Naylor. The pair, who have been together since 2019, announced their engagement on social media, sparking joy among fans and well-wishers.
Olivia shared a picture of herself on Instagram, beaming in front of a backdrop reading "Engaged AF!", confirming the happy news. "Mrs Stones to be," she captioned the post, accompanied by a wedding ring emoji.
Later, she posted an image of a cake celebrating the engagement, declaring "Love is sweet".
While Stones himself has yet to publicly comment on the news, sources close to the couple have expressed their delight. "They're over the moon," a source told *The Sun*. "They're a gorgeous couple and are utterly devoted to one another. Being together, as a couple and as a family, means more to them than anything."
The pair welcomed a baby boy together in January 2023, marking Stones' second child. He has a daughter from a previous relationship with Millie.
"They're absolutely thrilled," a source said at the time of the baby's birth. "They couldn't have asked for a better way to begin the year than with the birth of their son. He's absolutely gorgeous and they're so thankful. They take nothing for granted. They both work extremely hard but it's been lovely to spend some time together at home with the kids. Family is such an important part of their lives and they're elated he has arrived safe and well."
The engagement news comes amidst a turbulent period for Stones' club, Manchester City. The club is facing charges from the Premier League over alleged breaches of financial rules spanning over a decade. A hearing on those charges is scheduled for next month.
However, the news of Stones' engagement is a welcome distraction for the footballer, who will undoubtedly be looking forward to celebrating this exciting new chapter in his life with Olivia and their growing family.
