Manchester City captain Kyle Walker has completed a high-profile loan move to AC Milan for the rest of the season, with the Italian giants holding an option to buy the 34-year-old England international at the end of the campaign.
The move ends a trophy-laden six-year stint at City, where Walker played a pivotal role in their domestic and European successes under Pep Guardiola.
Details of the Deal
- Club: AC Milan
- Loan Duration: Remainder of the 2025 season
- Option to Buy: Included in the deal
- Shirt Number: Walker will wear the number 32 for Milan.
- Debut Potential: Walker could make his Serie A debut on Sunday when AC Milan host Parma.
Walker joins a growing contingent of English players at AC Milan, including Fikayo Tomori, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, and Tammy Abraham.
Emotional Farewell to Manchester City
Walker shared a heartfelt statement on Instagram, expressing gratitude to Manchester City, the coaching staff, and his teammates:
- On Joining City: “Signing for City was a dream come true.”
- On Pep Guardiola: “Your guidance has helped shape me into the player I am today. I’ll be forever grateful.”
- On Teammates: “You are friends, but also family for life.”
During his time at City, Walker:
- Made 319 appearances since his £50m move from Tottenham in 2017.
- Won six Premier League titles and was part of their historic 2022-23 treble-winning side.
City manager Pep Guardiola wished Walker well, highlighting his immense contribution to the club.
What’s Next for Walker at Milan?
Walker will now take his expertise to AC Milan, where the seven-time European champions aim to bolster their squad for both domestic and continental success. Milan fans are eager to see how Walker’s experience and leadership will complement their ambitions.
Milan currently boasts a strong roster, with Walker adding depth to their defense alongside fellow English stars Tomori, Loftus-Cheek, and Abraham.
City’s Future Plans
Walker’s departure comes shortly after City secured the signing of Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush from Frankfurt for £59m, signaling Pep Guardiola’s intent to revamp the squad mid-season.
How will Walker fare in Serie A? Follow his journey at AC Milan as the Rossoneri push for success this season.
