Kyle Walker has joined AC Milan on a straight loan until the end of the season. According to reports from Fabrizio Romano and DSI Football, the loan move includes a buy option clause, which isn’t mandatory. However, Walker has reached an agreement on personal terms on a contract valid until June 2027, in case the Italian side activates the buy option clause.

Walker signed for Manchester City in 2017, winning 17 trophies for the club, including an incredible treble and captaining the club to a Premier League crown.

In an emotional farewell, Walker posted a heartfelt letter on his Instagram handle:

“Manchester City… where do I start? Signing for this incredible club in 2017 was a dream come true. Seven years later, winning 17 trophies, including the Champions League and the famous treble, is something I could only have dreamt of 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 teammates, 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. Kyle.”

The 34-year-old thanked his family and expressed his gratitude to Manchester City and its fans.