This news is a strategic move for The Clarets in their efforts to rise in the Premier League. The 35-year-old Kyle Walker was deemed surplus to requirements at the Etihad and will now close out the chapter of his career at the highest level with a club in need of experience and leadership. Not only does the transfer create room in the wage structure for Man City, but for Burnley, Walker could have a base for a backline they will need at some stage.
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Burnley FC News Now: Walker to Bring Experience to Squad
The defender Kyle Walker has signed a two-year contract at Burnley Football Club, adding quality and experience to Scott Parker’s squad. The pair played together at Tottenham Hotspur between 2011 and 2013, making this reunion a promising collaboration. Even though he is 35 years old, Walker is still considered capable of making a big contribution, especially as a leader in Burnley’s back line.
Walker has seen better days since last season. He could not break into the Manchester City first team, then he was loaned out to AC Milan. The loan was far from successful. His performances were underwhelming, and the Milan decision-makers elected not to activate the buy option permanently. Now Walker is ready to begin his next chapter as a player for Burnley. So this is a transfer that is likely to save Man City nearly 10 million pounds in salary, and some other financial incentives.
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City Seeks Replacement for Walker’s Replacement
Manchester City themselves have begun looking for a replacement for Walker and are eyeing Tino Livramento from Newcastle United. The young defender has shown promise and could be a serious competitor for Rico Lewis at right-back. However, Newcastle are unlikely to let Livramento go easily. His contract runs until 2028, and the Magpies are known to be tough in negotiations, as they did with Alexander Isak.
Career Stats at Manchester City (2017–2025)
Kyle Walker played a total of 319 matches for Manchester City in all competitions during his eight seasons at the club: 212 appearances were in the Premier League. He scored 6 goals while registering 18 assists, helping City keep 73 clean sheets in the Premier League. He amassed a 70% winning rate in all competitions, based on the contribution he made in the domestic and European matches.
In terms of trophies won during his time at City, Walker won 17 major trophies, which included:
- 6 Premier League titles
- 2 FA Cups
- 4 League Cups
- 1 UEFA Champions League (part of the historic treble-winning 2022–23 season)
- 1 UEFA Super Cup
- 1 FIFA Club World Cup
- 3 FA Community Shields
All Eight Burnley FC Signings in 2025(Till July)
1. Marcus Edwards (Sporting CP)
2. Max Weiss or Max Weiß (Karlsruher SC)
3. Jaidon Anthony (AFC Bournemouth)
4. Zian Flemming (Millwall FC)
5. Bashir Humphreys (Chelsea FC)
6. Quilindschy Hartman (Feyenoord)
7. Axel Tuanzebe (Ipswich Town)
8. Kyle Walker (Man City)
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