Kyle Walker leaves Man City. Is it related to family issues?


Rumors are intensifying about Kyle Walker’s potential departure from Manchester City after nearly eight years at the club. These speculations were recently confirmed by manager Pep Guardiola, who stated that Walker has expressed a desire to move on.
Walker is reportedly attracting interest from clubs such as AC Milan and teams in Saudi Arabia, though it remains unclear which option the English defender prefers.
One key factor driving Walker’s decision appears to be his personal life and the intense scrutiny it has received from the English media. Walker has been navigating turbulent times in his marriage. His wife, Annie, the mother of their four children, had filed for divorce due to Walker’s infidelity but has since reconsidered and seems open to reconciliation.
Walker has been experiencing turbulent times in his personal life over the past year.
In December 2023, the footballer’s wife, Annie Kilner, announced their separation. The reason cited was Walker's ongoing infidelity and the revelation that the children of his mistress, model Lauryn Goodman, are fathered by him. Goodman herself reportedly admitted this secret to Walker's wife in the press.
Family problems plagued the footballer throughout 2024. Kilner not only left him but also filed for divorce, demanding half of his assets, valued at approximately $30 million.
The situation escalated when Walker reportedly ignored the children he fathered with Goodman, failing to send them Christmas gifts.
In early 2025, the footballer shared a story on social media featuring a photo with his wife and children.
Following this, reports emerged that Walker's wife, Annie, decided against proceeding with the divorce. One speculated reason for this change is the defender’s potential transfer to Saudi Arabia, where he could reportedly earn £400,000 per week.










