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The adventure in the Eastlands seems to be coming to an end for one of the captains of the team led with an iron fist by Pep Guardiola.
Manchester City made short work of Salford City (8-0) during the 32nd finals of the FA Cup (English Cup) this Saturday. However, a major element of the Skyblues squad was missing: Kyle Walker.
If some, like Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne, attended the citizen festival from the bench, this was not the case for the English full-back. In a post-match press conference, coach Pep Guardiola revealed the reasons for his captain’s absence for the reception of the EFL League Two team (4th English division) at the Etihad Stadium.
Guardiola lifts the veil on the Walker mystery
“Two days ago, Kyle asked to explore the option of playing overseas to finish his career there”said the former FC Barcelona coach to journalists.
“He went to see the football director Txiki Begiristain. That’s why he didn’t play today. I prefer to play players whose spirit is here and not elsewhere. »
The Catalan coach, however, maintains deep respect for Walker, who has been part of all his successes. “You know, we wouldn’t have won all these trophies in recent years without Kyle, it’s impossible. In his mind, he would like to play in another country for many reasons. We’ll see what happens.” Guardiola said.
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