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Kyle Walker Expresses Desire to Leave Manchester City – Guardiola Reveals

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Kyle Walker Expresses Desire to Leave Manchester City – Guardiola Reveals

Kyle Walker, Manchester City’s experienced defender, has communicated his wish to leave the club in pursuit of opportunities abroad, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

The revelation was made following City’s emphatic 8-0 victory over Salford City in the FA Cup third round, a game where Walker was surprisingly left out of the squad despite being fit and available for selection.

Guardiola confirmed that Walker approached him on Thursday to discuss his plans. “Two days ago, Kyle asked to explore the options to play abroad at the end of his career. He asked two years ago after the Treble. Bayern Munich wanted him, but the offer was not good enough,” Guardiola said.

Acknowledging Walker’s significant contributions to Manchester City’s success, Guardiola added, “We cannot understand the success the club had these years without Kyle. It’s impossible. He gave us something we didn’t have and he’s been amazing. But now in his mind, he would like to explore to go to another country. For that reason, I prefer to play other players whose mind is here, that’s all.”

At 34, Walker has seen his role diminish within the team and is now exploring options for an exit.

Reports suggest that clubs in Saudi Arabia have shown interest in acquiring the England international’s services.

This is not the first time Walker has considered a move away.

In 2023, Bayern Munich made an attempt to sign him, but negotiations fell through due to a less-than-satisfactory offer.

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