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Manchester City defender Nathan Eck was surprised when he learned of Kyle Walker’s desire. holiday Etihad Stadium, admitted his teammate’s departure would have a “huge” impact on the team.
Pep Guardiola broke the news Walker intends to spend the final years of his career abroad following City’s 8-0 FA Cup thrashing of Salford City on Saturday evening.
The defending Premier League champions have drawn for the third round tie Only senior centre-back to start. Walker was conspicuous by his absence and Guardiola later explained: “I prefer to play other players whose mind is here.”
One was surprised when his manager’s comments were put to him After the matchCollects himself before praising his “legend” to a teammate. “He’s huge for us,” the Dutch defender told reporters, “he’s been huge for us over the years. Even this year, he’s a big character in the team. He deserves a lot of praise for being a top player all these years. This club for.”
Walker Has led City regularly this season and Ake was asked about the Englishman’s leadership qualities. “It’s huge,” admitted the 29-year-old. “He’s a big player for us, a big character. A good guy too, I’m very good with him. Let’s see what happens. There’s no doubt he’s a huge player for us.”
city Set to add some defensive players in the January transfer window. Lens center-back Abdukodir Khusanov is on top £33.6m deal agreed When Palmyras defended Vitor Reis Also on the way to East Manchester.
The news of Walker’s departure may have come as a shock, but Ake had faith in City’s recruitment department. “The club knows what they’re doing,” he insisted. “They’re trying to help the team and get us back to where we belong. Hopefully, if that happens, it will be good.”
