It doesn't seem like it was a chance meeting, and the intentions look clear.

Kyle Walker was loaned to AC Milan on Jan. 25 (Korean time). Walker directly expressed to Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City manager, that he hopes to transfer abroad for a new challenge. Walker has gone on a short-term loan until this summer. However, Walker can continue to stay in Italy if Milan activates the option to permanently acquire him for £4.2 million (approximately 7.6 billion won).

Essentially, Walker has completely severed ties with Manchester City. The right back, who grew up at Sheffield United, played at Tottenham from 2009 before joining Manchester City in 2017. He became a legend after lifting a total of 17 trophies, including a treble. This reflects the achievements of Guardiola, who has been at the helm of Manchester City since the summer of 2016.

However, his performance has declined this season, putting him at the center of much criticism. Moreover, as Manchester City's results have plummeted, he has also faced fans' backlash. Walker noted, "The conversation with Guardiola was not very comfortable. It was even more so because of the mutual respect. I have experienced everything the manager achieved at Manchester City. I believe the manager knows that I contributed to creating the team's atmosphere."

He also said, "Manchester City was my family. This included the chef, cleaners, kit manager, and physiotherapists. I think I got along well with them and helped the teammates bond. However, the situation was not good, and I did not receive enough playing opportunities. I expect to play more games at Milan."

Walker emphasized, "I could have stayed at Manchester City. If the club had not let me go, I would have respected the contract. That is my character. But sometimes I feel like I need a 'Searo' challenge.'

He added, "When I talk to players who didn't go abroad, most of them regretted it. If Milan weren't a big club, I would have stayed at Manchester City. But I couldn't refuse a club like Milan. I didn't want to miss this opportunity."

Guardiola is regretful that his protégé Walker has left. During a press conference before the match against Chelsea on the 25th, he commented on Walker, saying, "He made the decision to leave," with a pained expression, "Our toughest, fastest, and strongest player has decided to leave the club."

However, the background of Walker's transfer was not just the diminishing role at Manchester City and conflict with Guardiola. The biggest issue was personal life problems. Walker had an affair with model Lauryn Goodman (33) while his wife, Annie Walker, was pregnant with their fourth child.

Walker secretly gave birth to two children with Lauryn and maintained two households. The mistress, Lauryn, watched Walker's games with the children. Lauryn dressed their son, Cairo, in an England national team jersey with 'Daddy' printed on it. It was as if she was openly advertising that Walker was the father of the child.

Walker ended his affair with Lauryn and reconciled with his wife, Annie. He revealed a happy family photo through social media last Christmas. However, Annie's reaction was cold. Annie not only did not attend Walker's debut for Milan, but according to 'The Sun,' she is also said to not wear the wedding ring that Walker gave her.

After separating from Lauryn and being rejected by his wife, Annie, Walker finds himself mentally struggling in Milan. The Sun reported on the 2nd, "Walker has been seen visiting clubs in Milan," adding that he was recently spotted leaving a VIP club with two women.

The media noted, "Walker was seen leaving the club after partying all night with two brown-haired women who looked remarkably similar to his wife, Annie. Walker spent the night drinking at a hunting-themed club and then left with women resembling his wife."

This news gained attention because his wife, Lauryn, recently visited Milan. The decision to transfer to Milan was also to maintain his relationship with her, making Lauryn's visit quite significant for Walker, despite his entanglement in this scandal.

According to The Mirror, Walker's agent stated regarding the matter, "It is definitely not about infidelity or romantic interests. Our player Walker was with not only that woman but many. It is more of a platonic love kind of relationship. Both women are in relationships themselves."

Walker’s agent continued with seemingly unbelievable explanations, "Lauryn and the children are enjoying sightseeing in Milan. Walker was also very pleased with the family's visit and focused only on life in Milan. He only went to the club by chance."

As time passed, the truth began to emerge. The British 'Mirror' reported on the 8th, "The woman Walker met is a model from Serbia. She is a friend of Walker's agent Dario Listori, who takes care of Walker's life in Italy. They enjoyed their time together with Walker."

The media added, "The women told their friends that Walker is 'a lovely and charming man who wants to adapt quickly in Milan.' Walker's wife has set various agreements in anticipation of this situation since she is meeting her husband again."

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