Kyle Walker is set to sign a new deal with Manchester City this week it has been reported. The England international had been linked with a move to Bayern Munich this transfer window.
In news reported by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the City full-back is set to sign a new deal with the treble winners this week. The new deal will finally put an end to the links to the German champions.
Understand Kyle Walker will sign his new deal at Manchester City in the coming days — expectation to get it sealed by the end of next week 🔵🔒 #MCFC
Walker confirmed to City this week that he’s 100% staying and won’t join Bayern, not changing his mind. pic.twitter.com/Xnq2AvE0u4
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 13, 2023
Reports emerged during the past week of Walker’s decision to stay with the Premier League champions. Sam Lee of the Athletic reported that Walker had changed his mind and decided to stay at Manchester City. After a charm offensive from Pep Guardiola, Walker decided to remain with the treble winners.
Walker has been seduced by Guardiola/City’s determination to keep him and has now decided to stay at the club. Seems likely he’ll sign a new deal too.
Had previously had heart set on move to Bayern/had agreed personal terms. City put up a big fighthttps://t.co/1cAz7ACobo
— Sam Lee (@SamLee) August 8, 2023
The news of Walker’s new deal being signed imminently will be welcome news to Manchester City. The England international is a vital part of the Champions set up, and his leadership is a key part of the City set-up. With Kyle Walker now committed to staying at the club, the European champions can move on to other business.