Manchester City star Kyle Walker has reportedly made a decision on his future at AC Milan after his loan deal ends.
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Walker joined Milan on a short-term loanRossoneri has a €5 million buy clause in his contractThe clause will likely be activatedFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
The England international made the switch to Serie A during the January transfer window, and all indications suggest that he is prepared to extend his stay beyond this season. According to journalist Daniele Longo of , Milan have the option to sign Walker for €5 million (£4.17/$5.40m), a clause they are eager to trigger. The defender is enjoying life in Italy and is keen to continue his career at Milan rather than return to the Premier League.
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Walker’s move to Milan was widely seen as the best solution for both the player and Manchester City, particularly given his reduced role under Pep Guardiola this season. On the other hand, in Milan, he has become an integral part of Sergio Conceicao’s lineup. The experienced full-back has already made nine appearances across all competitions, making him a crucial asset for the remainder of the season.
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Meanwhile, Alessandro Florenzi, another right-back in Milan’s squad, is also looking to secure his future at the club. The former Roma defender’s contract is set to expire on June 30, but he remains eager to fight for his place. Reports indicate that Florenzi is willing to accept a significant pay cut in order to extend his stay at Milan, setting up an interesting dynamic in the right-back position.
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As things stand, all signs point to Walker staying in Italy, with Milan ready to finalize his transfer and the player himself eager to continue his adventure in Serie A. He will next be in action when Milan travel to face Napoli in Serie A on March 30.