Something which seems to be never mentioned or overlooked is how much of an absolute professional Phil Jones has been at his time in the club, even when he's been struggling with injuries, lack of playingtime or anything, he's never complained. I respect someone who tries , even when it doesn't work out.
He's had some real stand out performances, and unlike most of the squad, he is a Premier League champion. Jones got 3 caps for the English national team as recent as 2018. During his decade at the Theatre of Dreams he's featured in only 165 Premier League games. That's about the number of games you expect for a bit player, but Jones was bought to be the main guy, which he was in his first season only.
Jones will unfortunately mostly be remembered for the odd mistake and goofy facial expressions or even that time LVG made him take two corners.. Phil Jones, set piece specialist. For a player that ultimately ended up on the periphery you will remember moments, and this one will probably always be my favorite:
He slipped during the play, but did something few people would have: He put his literal face on the line to do his job. It may have looked clumsy, even comical, but that took some courage, diving in there like that infront of a speeding Giroud. The man is 6ft4 and charging. And Phil Jones dives in nose first. The man is all heart and deserves to be recognised as such.
He's still only 29 years old and will probably do a job if he can get his health sorted. I hope I read the headline "Phil Jones dives in the winner" after Watford plays Liverpool at Anfield next season.