Kyle Walker A move from has been completed Manchester City from AC Milan After the two clubs agreed to the terms The announcement was made on Friday.
walker Joined the Italian team Loan until the end of the season. Milan also have an option to make the move permanent in the summer, but there is no obligation built into the contract.
34 years old England The defender is under contract at City until 2026 but has not featured since the 4-1 win over West Ham on January 4.
He wrote a farewell post to City on Instagram after the transfer was confirmed.
“Manchester City … where do I start?,” Walker wrote. “Signing for this incredible club in 2017 was a dream come true. Seven years later, winning 17 trophies including the Champions League and the famous treble is something I could only dream of as a child.
“Playing with so many talented players has pushed me to be the best version of myself, and I’m really grateful for the opportunity I’ve had at the Etihad. There are so many people, the coaching staff, kit men and all the backroom staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make every day enjoyable and Gives us the platform to do our best.
“To my teammates, from the moment I walked through the door I felt at home. Thank you for the great memories and all the success we shared together. You are friends, but also family for life. Thank you Pep Guardiola. For believing in me. And for working so hard to get me here in 2017.
“Finally, to the fans — thank you for accepting me as one of your own from day one. Your unwavering support, week in, week out, home and away, will never be forgotten.”
Walker’s departure leaves Guardiola short of recognized right-backs despite signing two new defenders this month.
Abdukodyr Khusanov from the lens and 19 years old Victor Reyes Both joined City in the January window from Palmeiras.
Walker’s move to Milan ended any possibility Marcus Rashford will end at the San Siro.
Milan expressed interest in Rashford, but Serie A The rule on signing non-EU players means any chance of a deal materializing is over.
Walker left City with six wins Premier League title and the Champions League following his move from Tottenham in 2017.
