Pep Guardiola has addressed speculation about Kyle Walker's future at Manchester City, revealing that the defender is interested in exploring opportunities abroad.
"In his mind, he would like to explore it, to go to another country, to play the last years somewhere else for many reasons," Guardiola explained. "For that reason, I prefer playing other players whose mind is here."
Walker, who joined City from Tottenham for £50m in 2017, has been instrumental in the club's success, contributing to 17 trophy wins including six Premier League titles and the Champions League. Despite nearly joining Bayern Munich following City's treble-winning season in 2023, he opted to extend his contract until 2026.
Guardiola acknowledged Walker's significant impact at the club, stating: "We cannot understand the success we've had these years without Kyle. It's impossible. Having a right-back like him gave us something that we didn't have and he has been amazing. But he said he wanted, in mind and heart, to explore it. Honestly? I don't know what is going to happen."
This season has seen Walker's playing time decrease, with only nine Premier League starts. Recent reports have linked the England international with a potential move to Saudi Arabia."Having a right-back (like him) gave us something that we didn't have and he has been amazing.
"But he said he wanted, in mind and heart, to explore it. Honestly? I don't know what is going to happen."
The England international has seen his minutes reduced this season, only starting nine games in the Premier League, and has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia.
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