Real Madrid apparently turned down the opportunity to sign Kyle Walker from Man City during the winter transfer window. Spanish news outlet MARCA reported that intermediaries proposed the 34-year-old English defender to Real Madrid on a loan deal lasting until the end of the 2024/25 season. However, the current La Liga champions were not interested in acquiring the experienced full-back. Instead, Walker has now joined Serie A team AC Milan, putting an end to rumors about a possible move to Spain.
Kyle Walker’s Journey: From Tottenham To Man City And Beyond
Kyle Walker has become one of the best full-backs in the world over the last ten years. Originally from Sheffield, he made a name for himself at Tottenham Hotspur after moving from Sheffield United. However, his career really took off after he joined Man City in 2017. There, he played more than 300 games, scoring six goals and providing 23 assists. Despite his achievements, Walker became unhappy during City’s tough 2024/25 season and wanted a new challenge. Although Real Madrid had the opportunity to sign him, the 34-year-old chose to go on loan to AC Milan for the rest of the season.
Real Madrid Passed On Walker As AC Milan Secures His Signature
Reports said Real Madrid thought about getting Kyle Walker on loan during the winter transfer window, but MARCA says the club decided not to go ahead with it. Even though Dani Carvajal’s injury left a gap at right-back, Real Madrid still want Trent Alexander-Arnold as their main target. Meanwhile, AC Milan signed Walker, and he is expected to be their starting right-back because Emerson Royal and Davide Calabria have been inconsistent. With Everton and Fulham interested in Emerson, Milan might depend a lot on Walker. Man City hopes his good performances will make Milan use the option to buy him permanently.
