Manchester City's defender, Kyle Walker, has made the decision to extend his contract with the club, committing to stay until 2026.
Walker embarked on his journey with Manchester City on July 14, 2017, when he made a notable transfer to the club. At that time, he inked a five-year contract, and the transfer fee, initially set at £45 million, ultimately reached £50 million with the inclusion of various add-ons. This move was regarded as one of the most expensive football transfers at that juncture.
Throughout his tenure at Manchester City, Walker has played a pivotal role in the club's achievements. He played a crucial part in helping the team secure their first silverware of the 2017-18 season, the EFL Cup. Additionally, he was a vital component of the squad that achieved an unprecedented domestic treble in English men's football in 2019. Walker also contributed to back-to-back Premier League titles starting in 2020.
In the year 2023, Walker assumed the role of vice-captain at Manchester City following the departure of captain Ä°lkay G¼ndoÄŸan. His leadership extended to captaining the club during the 2023 UEFA Super Cup, where he played a pivotal role in securing victory for Manchester City. In a thrilling contest that concluded 5–4 in favour of Manchester City on penalties after a 1–1 draw, Walker netted the winning penalty.
Nevertheless, the summer of 2023 ushered in uncertainty regarding Walker's future with Manchester City. Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich expressed interest in acquiring him and had reached a verbal agreement on potential terms for his transfer. Despite this agreement in principle, Walker ultimately opted to remain with Manchester City after the club presented him with a more lucrative contract offer. This decision came about following discussions with Manchester City's manager, Pep Guardiola. Consequently, Walker has now formalized a contract extension that binds him to the club until 2026.
In a statement provided to the club's official website, Walker expressed his delight at signing the contract extension with Manchester City. He conveyed his excitement for the future, emphasizing his strong connection with the club, the support he receives from fans, and his eagerness to compete for trophies in the years to come. Walker cherished the unforgettable moments of his six-year journey with the club, including their treble-winning season, and looked forward to further opportunities for success.
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