Kyle Walker is said not to have travelled with the Manchester City squad to face Brentford on Tuesday as speculation grows over his future.
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According to theWalker did not travel with Pep Guardiola’s squad for their match away at Brentford, further intensifying rumours of his impending departure. This decision follows his absence from the weekend's FA Cup fixture against Salford City, where Guardiola disclosed that the player had requested to "explore the option" of continuing his career abroad.
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It has been reported that both AC Milan and Inter are interested in acquiring Walker’s services. The clubs are exploring a loan agreement with the possibility of converting it into a two-year permanent deal. Such an arrangement would offer Walker the chance to continue competing in Europe.
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In addition to interest from Italian giants, Walker remains a target for several top-spending clubs in Saudi Arabia, including Al Nassr, Al Ittihad, and Al Ahli. A move to the Middle East would likely come with a substantial financial package, mirroring the path taken by his former City team-mate Riyad Mahrez, who joined Al-Ahli.
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Walker’s time at City has been nothing short of remarkable. Since joining from Tottenham in 2017, he has been instrumental in the club’s success, helping them secure six Premier League titles, multiple domestic cups, and the Champions League.