Baines: No Everton backlash for Stones after transfer demand

Everton fullback Leighton Baines says there's been no squad backlash against John Stones.

Stones slapped in a transfer demand last month over Chelsea's aggressive pursuit.

Baines told Everton's website: "I think there's a misconception sometimes - people think that when a footballer hands in a transfer request they do it and go off and play a game of golf or whatever.

"But it's actually been such a tough thing and, as a young lad, you do lean on other people a bit more for advice at these times.

"I think the true reflection of John has been shown on the pitch - he's conducted himself brilliantly in the dressing room and he's performed well in all the games."