Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Manchester City captain Kyle Walker wants to leave the club, with Milan interested in agreeing a deal.
The 34-year-old did not play any part City won convincingly 8-0 For promotion hopefuls to League Two Salford City in FA Cup The third round, which led to questions about his absence from Guardiola's post-match press conference.
The Spaniard confirmed: “Two days ago Kyle asked to explore options to play abroad.”
“He asked two years ago after the trilogy, Bayern Munich He wanted him but the offer wasn't good enough and he asked the club how important he was. We cannot understand the success we have had these years without Kyle, it is impossible. He gave us something we didn't have, he was great but now in his mind he would like to explore going to another country to play in the last few years for many reasons. “
Confirming the reason for Walker's non-participation against Salford, Guardiola added: “That's why I prefer to bring in other players who have brains here.”
Walker has 18 months remaining on his contract with City telegraph Milan are reportedly interested in taking the veteran speedster to San Siro. A bid has not yet been made for the Premier League champions, but Milan are “confident of getting a deal over the line”.
There have been no guarantees for Walker this season in terms of a regular starting role, with Guardiola often favoring youngster Rico Luis in both the Premier League and Champions League competitions.
Walker enjoyed a very successful eight-year period at cityHe won 14 major trophies after joining from Tottenham Hotspur in a £50m deal. As well as winning the club's first Champions League in 2023, Walker has won six trophies Premier League Titles, two FA Cups, four League Cups, and a Club World Cup.
