Overview

• Walker has signed a two-year contract at Turf Moor lasting until summer 2027 for a fee that could reach £5m with performance add-ons.
• The 35-year-old right-back left City after eight seasons and 17 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and a Champions League win.
• Manchester City will save around £10m in wages following Walker’s departure, aligning with Pep Guardiola’s drive to shrink his squad.
• AC Milan opted not to make Walker’s midseason loan permanent, prompting his return to the Premier League.
• With 96 England caps, Walker prioritized top-flight football to bolster his push for a spot in England’s 2026 World Cup squad.