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Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola opened up about the rumours of Kyle Walker’s move to Saudi Arabia. There have been rumours that Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr is aiming to sign Walker for a lucrative deal of $488,000 per week. Not only this, but the reports of the footballer allegedly divorcing his wife Annie Kilner have been all over the internet. However, latest reports suggest that Walker’s wife, who was considering divorcing the footballer last year, is having second thoughts after spending Christmas with the footballer and their four children.
Recently, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola spoke about Kyle Walker on his links to a possible move to a Saudi Arabia club in the winter window, confirming that he is unaware of the same. He said, "Kyle Walker to Saudi? I don’t know about that. Maybe he's not playing the minutes like he played in the past. Rico Lewis is playing really well, and of course the central defenders and Josko. I decide for that." Notably, Walker has been under heavy criticism for his shaky performances for the side in this season. The English footballer is contracted with the club until the end of June 2026, and has appeared in 18 matches so far this season.
Annie Kilner having ‘second thoughts’ about divorcing Kyle Walker
According to The Sun, Walker’s estranged wife Kilner was considering divorcing the England international last year but now is having second thoughts after spending Christmas with the footballer and their four children. However, there are reports that Walker’s move to Saudi Arabia is not behind Kilner softening her mind. According to a source, as quoted by The Sun, "It was just a few months ago that Annie served Kyle with divorce papers, but she’s having second thoughts. He’s a top target for the Saudi Arabia clubs and if he decides to take a deal it’ll be life-changing — and not just because of the massive amount of money he’ll be making. Annie is no fool. She sought legal advice about the finances last year and knows that the deal in Saudi is worth a lot.”
“Annie says it’s not about the cash but keeping their family together, yet his earning potential is something she will have thought about. She is savvy and has been mapping out a plan for a long time. Annie always puts the children first but she has to think about herself too — and financially she wants to know she would be secure whatever happens between them. Kyle has assured her that whatever happens, she would have the financial support," the statement added.
