Kyle Walker has informed Pep Guardiola of his desire to leave Manchester City for Bayern Munich according to reports.
Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Germany has reported that the England international has informed the City boss that he wants to move to the German champions. A transfer fee would need to be agreed between the clubs ahead of any potential move.
❗️Excl. News #Walker: He has informed #Guardiola about his decision that he wants to join FC Bayern now!
➡️ Walker, on his way to Japan with ManCity. But no problem for Bayern as all parties involved were aware of it. #MCFC
ℹ️ No agreements between the clubs yet. Bayern‘s… pic.twitter.com/pilGTJSgpS
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) July 19, 2023
The news follows reports earlier this week that Walker was set for talks with Guardiola over his future. Florian Plettenberg previously reported that the talks between the pair were set for this week as the players returned for pre-season.
More on Kyle #Walker: He wants to have the conversation with #Guardiola by Tuesday at the latest.
➡️ His YES to Bayern is 100 % done and guaranteed as revealed on Friday
➡️ Personal terms are also agreed as he can sign until 2025 + 1 as reported.ℹ️ Bayern will start the… pic.twitter.com/5s9hlbnMj4
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) July 16, 2023
Mike McGrath of the Telegraph has previously reported on the champion’s desire to keep the full-back at the club. The treble winners are reported to have offered Kyle Walker a new deal to remain with the club.
Kyle Walker has departed with the Manchester City squad for their pre-season tour of Japan and Korea. That isn’t expected to impede any move with Bayern Munich also currently in Asia. The two clubs meet for a friendly on the 26th of July in Japan.
