Kyle Walker thanked Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola in a message on the same night as the England defender completed a loan move to AC Milan for the rest of the season.

Six-time Premier League winner walker He described his city mates as “family for life” and expressed his gratitude to his wife, K’s killer and Citizens fans after completing the switch to the Italian club, who have an option to buy at the end of the campaign.

“Thank you, Pep Guardiola, for believing in me and working so hard to get me here in 2017,” Walker said, recalling his £50 million move to City from Tottenham as part of an Instagram post by Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Everywhere’. .

“Together, we have celebrated 17 trophies, and your guidance has helped shape me into the player I am today. I will be forever grateful.

“Thanks to many people: the coaching staff, the kitmen and all the backroom staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes. You make every day enjoyable and provide us with a platform to perform at our best. “

Kyle Walker wishes the city ‘continued success’

Walker called his time at the Etihad Stadium “a dream come true” and said being part of a dominant force in English football over the past seven seasons had “pushed me to be the best version of myself”.

“My teammates, from the moment I walked through the door, I felt at home,” the 34-year-old added. Who will wear number 32? at the San Siro.

“Thank you for the great memories and all the success we shared together. You are friends, but family for life.

“Annie, our children and all my family who have been there and supported me on this journey, thank you. Most importantly, to the fans – thank you for accepting me as your own from day one.

“Your unwavering support, week in, week out, home and away, will never be forgotten. I wish you all continued success moving forward. “

When can workers enter Milan?

Walker made 319 appearances for City and won the Champions League as part of a treble in 2022/23. The 93-cap p te could enter Milan at home to Parma on Sunday (11.30am GMT).

“(It’s) a club with such a rich history – one I’ve followed since I was a kid,” Walker said, changing a social media profile picture of himself to one in Milan’s famous red and black home colours.

“It’s an honor to join and I can’t wait to pull on the Rossoneri shirt and get started. I am very much looking forward to starting this new chapter in my career and this journey with my family in Italy. “

Walker leaves the city

Walker last played for City for them 4-1 home win over West Ham January 4, Telling Guardiola he wanted to go abroad After the game.

Reigning City are 12 points behind leaders Liverpool in fifth place after six defeats and four wins in 13 league games since November.

Milan, who appointed Sergio Conceicao as boss following the sacking of Paulo Fonseca on December 30, are eighth in Serie A and automatically into the Champions League round of 16, sitting seven points above City in the standings.