Reports suggest that AC Milan is interested in signing Manchester City defender Kyle Walker during the ongoing winter transfer window.
Pep Guardiola, City’s head coach, confirmed that Walker had requested to leave the club to explore a new challenge outside the Premier League.
Guardiola explained on Saturday, “Kyle wants to spend his final seasons in another country, so I left him out of the match against Salford in the FA Cup to give other players a chance.”
He added, “Two days ago, Kyle asked to explore options abroad and finish his career elsewhere.” The City management is now evaluating offers to find the best deal for both the club and the player.
Milan Begins Talks for Walker
Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed on his “X” account that Milan has started discussions to explore the possibility of signing Walker during this transfer window. According to Romano, negotiations are ongoing after Walker’s decision to leave City, as Guardiola confirmed after the Salford match.
Walker’s Achievements with Manchester City
Walker, 34, joined Manchester City in the summer of 2017 from Tottenham Hotspur for €52.7 million, according to Transfermarkt data.
He has played 319 matches for City, contributing to 29 goals (6 goals and 23 assists). During his time at the club, Walker has won 17 titles, including:
- 6 Premier League titles
- 4 Carabao Cup titles
- 2 FA Cups
- 2 Community Shields
- 1 Champions League
- 1 UEFA Super Cup
- 1 FIFA Club World Cup
Walker’s contract with Manchester City runs until June 30, 2026, and his current market value is estimated at €10 million.
City’s Dominant Victory Over Salford
Meanwhile, Manchester City secured a dominant 8-0 win over Salford, advancing to the FA Cup round of 32 for the 2024-25 season.
