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AC Milan's Kyle Walker Begins Recovery After Successful Elbow Surgery

The veteran defender, on loan from Manchester City, fractured his right elbow during training and is now focused on rehabilitation as his permanent transfer looms.

Soccer Football - Coppa Italia - Quarter Final - AC Milan v AS Roma - San Siro, Milan, Italy - February 5, 2025 AC Milan's Kyle Walker applauds fans after the match REUTERS/Daniele Mascolo
AC Milan's English defender Kyle Walker during the Italian Serie A derby against Inter Milan at the San Siro

Overview

  • Kyle Walker sustained a fractured right elbow during training with AC Milan and underwent surgery on April 8, 2025.
  • The surgery, performed in Milan, successfully repaired the olecranon through osteosynthesis, optimizing his recovery process.
  • Walker has immediately begun rehabilitation, though the club has not disclosed a timeline for his return with seven Serie A matches remaining this season.
  • Since joining AC Milan on loan from Manchester City in January, Walker has become a key figure in the defense, starting in most of his appearances across domestic and European competitions.
  • Despite the injury, expectations remain strong for Walker’s loan move to be made permanent at the end of the season.