Kyle Walker breaks silence ahead of Man City vs Arsenal

Imagine the hearts of Manchester City and Arsenal fans when England star, Kyle Walker hobbled off the pitch in England’s defeat to Brazil after allegedly picking up an injury.

However, ahead of the upcoming weekend clash between both title rivals, Kyle Walker has offered an update on his injury status.

During the encounter at Wembley Stadium, Walker was substituted off after just 20 minutes, with Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa taking his place on the field. Despite England’s eventual defeat, attention quickly turned to Walker’s condition as concerns mounted over his fitness.

Manager Gareth Southgate addressed the situation following the match, stating that while Walker was experiencing discomfort, the extent of his injury was yet to be determined.

Southgate emphasized that Walker’s rarity in suffering injuries adds uncertainty to the situation, necessitating further assessment in the coming days.

Walker’s potential absence poses a significant concern for Manchester City, especially with a crucial fixture against Arsenal looming on the horizon. Pep Guardiola, City’s manager, will be anxiously awaiting updates on Walker’s condition as they prepare for the upcoming clash.

Expressing his disappointment, Kyle Walker took to social media to convey his frustration at being forced off the pitch, particularly as he was captaining the England side. He expressed hope that the injury is not severe and that he can return to action as soon as possible.

“Frustrating to come off injured in last night’s game especially when captaining the side. A truly great honour. Hopefully it’s nothing too serious and I’m back ASAP.” wrote Walker on Instagram.