Manchester City defender Ruben Dias says John Stones' new role this season has taken the team to a new level.

The pair are preparing for Saturday's Champions League final against Inter Milan.

“It has changed the way we do it. The biggest change is to John," Dias told City's website.

“From being to my side and then he has to go in the middle and have a completely different role from what it used to be.

“He has definitely showed us how good he is and how good he can be in that position. I am happy for him and I love him.

“It's a big step in our team because you end up having an extra man in the middle and then in two seconds he is next to me."