AC Milan have made a decision about Kyle Walker. He joined the club on loan from Manchester City in January. He played only 12 games for Milan so far. Despite the short time, he became an important player for the team. His performances have been mixed, but he still showed his experience. Some fans support him, and some are unsure. He is 34 years old now and may not be as quick as he used to be. But he still plays with strength and control. AC Milan are still thinking about what to do next. The final decision is not made yet. It will depend on their new sporting director. They are going to appoint someone soon. After that, they will decide whether to sign Walker permanently.
Fabrizio Romano gave an update. He said Walker will leave Manchester City in the summer no matter what. He will not stay at the club. The story between Walker and City is over. Romano also said Milan can buy Walker. They have a buy option in the loan deal. But the new director will make the call. Walker left City because he wanted more playing time. He was not getting enough minutes there. At Milan, he is getting more chances. He plays in Serie A and also in European competitions. His contract with City ends in June. Milan could wait and then sign him as a free agent. That would cost them nothing. The buy clause in his current deal is low. Reports say it could be around €5 million. That is about £4.17 million. But with his contract ending, they may wait until he is a free agent.
Walker has had a long career at City. He spent seven and a half years at the club. He won many trophies. He was a key player in Pep Guardiola’s system. But in recent seasons, younger players started to play more. City are already looking for replacements. Reports say they are interested in Andrei Ratiu. He plays for Rayo Vallecano. He is a defender too. City may bring him in as Walker’s replacement. Walker knew it was time to move on. Milan gave him a chance to play again. He wanted to prove himself. Even though he is older now, he still has the quality. He brings experience to the Milan defence.
Some reports say other clubs were offered Walker. But they rejected the chance. Only Milan showed serious interest. He agreed to join them late in the January window. Now the season is close to ending. The question is whether Milan want to keep him. Their new sporting director will decide. But one thing is clear. Walker will not return to City. His time there is finished. He helped them win titles. He will always be remembered for that. But now he wants a new chapter. He wants to play and feel important. Milan may give him that chance. Or he may join another team. Either way, he will not stay at City.
Romano posted his update on X. He said the Milan decision depends on the new director. But Walker is leaving City for sure. Milan could get him cheap now or free later. The choice is theirs. They will make it soon. Until then, Walker keeps playing. He helps the team. He trains hard. He stays professional. Fans watch and wait. Some want him to stay. Others think Milan should look for younger options. The club is thinking carefully. They want the best for the team.
Walker has been in the spotlight before. He played for England many times. He played in World Cups and Euros. He faced the best attackers. He always gave his best. Now he is in Italy. It is a different league. The style is different. But he is adapting. He is learning fast. He talks to teammates. He works with coaches. He tries to fit in. It is not easy to change clubs in mid-season. But he has managed well. He played 12 games and showed his skills. The coaches appreciate his effort. His teammates respect him. That counts a lot.
Meanwhile, City move on too. They plan for the future. They want younger players. They need pace and energy. Walker gave them that for years. Now it’s time for a new player to take his place. Ratiu could be that player. He is younger. He plays in Spain. City are watching him. They may make a move in summer. Walker knows this. He understands the game. He is not bitter. He said goodbye in January. He wanted more minutes. He got them at Milan. Now the next step is up to Milan. They decide soon.
Walker also made headlines during a game against Napoli. He was caught on camera saying something to Joao Felix. It went viral. Fans talked about it online. He also gave a comment about Messi. It was just seven words. But it got attention. He always brings headlines. That’s Walker. He has personality. He speaks his mind. The media follows him. The fans react. It adds to his story.
Some say Milan are not allowed to sign Marcus Rashford. There is a rule that stops it. Romano gave that update too. It does not affect Walker. But it shows Milan have limits. They need to think wisely. They can’t sign everyone. They have a budget. Walker could be a good deal. He comes cheap or free. He brings experience. He helps the team. But he is not young. Milan must choose. Keep him or move on.
Walker is patient. He waits for the club to decide. He keeps training. He keeps playing. The final games of the season are important. He wants to end strong. He wants to help Milan finish well. If he plays well, maybe they keep him. If not, he may look for another club. His future is open. But one door is closed. The City door. That chapter is finished. He had a great run there. But it’s over. Now he looks ahead. He wants to keep playing. He loves football. He still feels good. He still runs. He still defends well.
The decision will come soon. The new director will look at the numbers. He will talk to the coaches. He will think about the future. Then he will decide. Walker is ready either way. He knows how football works. Nothing is forever. Players move. Teams change. That is normal. What matters is how you handle it. Walker is handling it well. He is focused. He is ready for whatever comes next. Milan fans watch and wait. City fans say goodbye. Football keeps moving. So does Kyle Walker.
