Kyle Walker Reveals What He’s Feeling at AC Milan That He Never Felt at Manchester City
Kyle Walker’s move to AC Milan has marked a significant turning point in his career, and the England international has now opened up about an experience he’s having in Italy that he never felt during his time at Manchester City.
A New Sense of Belonging
After years of dominating English football with City, winning multiple Premier League titles and a historic treble, Walker has revealed that his time at Milan has given him something different—something he never quite felt at the Etihad. Speaking in a recent interview, Walker admitted that he feels a deeper sense of belonging and responsibility in Milan than he ever did at City.
“At Manchester City, I was part of an incredible system, a well-oiled machine where everything functioned almost perfectly. But here at AC Milan, I feel like I have a different role. There’s a certain emotional connection, a feeling of being relied upon not just as a player, but as a leader,” Walker explained.
More Than Just a Player
Walker’s comments suggest that while he was an important cog in Guardiola’s system, he now feels more valued as an individual in Milan. He described how Milan’s culture has embraced him in a way that makes him feel like more than just a player in a tactical system.
“There’s a different energy here. The fans, the city, the history—it’s special. At City, we had success, but here, I feel like I’m part of something more personal, more meaningful in a way I never expected.”
A Leadership Role He Never Had at City
At Manchester City, Walker was surrounded by world-class talents, and while he was an experienced figure, the leadership often came from players like Kevin De Bruyne and Ilkay Gündogan. In Milan, however, Walker has quickly taken on a more prominent role within the dressing room.
“The club has a great history, and I feel the weight of that. There’s an expectation, but also a trust in me that feels different. I’m being looked at as someone to guide the younger players, to set an example,” Walker noted.
Finding a New Passion in Italy
Walker also spoke about how the change of scenery has reignited his passion for the game. While he enjoyed tremendous success in Manchester, he admitted that towards the end of his time there, things had started to feel routine.
“In England, I had won everything. It’s not that I wasn’t motivated, but I needed something to push me in a new way. Coming here has reminded me why I fell in love with football in the first place.”
Conclusion
Kyle Walker’s move to AC Milan was seen as a bold step, but his recent comments suggest that it was exactly what he needed at this stage of his career. While he will always be remembered as a City legend, Milan has given him something he never felt before—a deeper connection to the game, the club, and his role within it.
