Introduction: Kyle Walker has left Manchester City for AC Milan on a six-month loan deal. The Italian Serie A club holds an option to buy the 34-year-old defender for €5m (£4.2m) this summer.
Kyle Walker’s achievements: Kyle Walker departs after a seven and a half years at Manchester City, where he made 319 appearances and won 17 trophies, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League. Notably, he captained the team to the Premier League title last season. He joined Manchester City in a £50m deal from Tottenham Hotspur in 2017.
Reason for Walker’s departure: The England international requested a transfer from City earlier in January, citing a desire for new challenges. His last appearance for the club came in their 4-1 victory over West Ham.
Kyle Walker’s Gratitude to Manchester City: Kyle Walker reflected on his time at Manchester City, calling it a dream come true. Since joining in 2017, he achieved 17 trophies, including the treble, and credited playing under Pep Guardiola for improving his performance. He expressed gratitude to the club, fans, and everyone who supported his journey.
AC Milan Opportunity: Kyle Walker will wear the number 32 shirt at AC Milan, currently eighth in Serie A and vying for European qualification. His experience and leadership are expected to bolster Milan’s defense during a critical phase of the season.
Source: Sky Sports
