Kyle Walker has completed his loan move to AC Milan from reigning Premier League champions Manchester City.
The Serie A giants quickly became the frontrunners to sign Walker after Pep Guardiola confirmed that the 34-year-old had asked to leave.
Walker arrived in Milan on Thursday to undergo a medical ahead of a loan deal that includes an option to buy. It’s believed the agreed fee between the two clubs is in the region of €5m (£4.2m).
“Manchester City… where do I start? Signing for this incredible club in 2017 was a dream come true,” Walker posted on social media after his move was formally announced. “Seven years later, winning 17 trophies, including the Champions League and the famous treble is something I could only have dreamt as a child.
“To play alongside so many top players has pushed me to be the best version of myself, and I’m truly grateful for the opportunity I’ve had at the Etihad.
“A huge thank you to so many people, the coaching staff, the kit men and all the backroom staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes. You make every day enjoyable and provide the platform for us to perform at our best.
“To my team-mates, from the moment I walked through the door I felt at home. Thank you for the great memories and for all the success we have shared together. You are friends, but also family for life.
“To Pep Guardiola, thank you for believing in me and working so hard to bring me here in 2017. Together, we’ve celebrated 17 trophies, and your guidance has helped shape me into the player I am today. I’ll be forever grateful.
“To Annie, our children and all my family who have been there and supported me on this journey thank you. Most importantly, to the fans – thank you for embracing me as one of your own from day one. Your unwavering support, week in, week out, home and away, will never be forgotten.
“I wish you all constant success going forward. Thank you.”
Walker joins England trio Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Tammy Abraham and Fikayo Tomori at San Siro, with his primary task to lead Milan back into contention for Champions League qualification next season. They sit eighth in Serie A as it stands, eight points behind fourth-placed Lazio and 19 adrift of current leaders Napoli.
