Guardiola-Walker fallout revealed in new documentary
A new documentary reveals internal tensions at Manchester City, specifically focusing on a conflict between manager Pep Guardiola and former captain Kyle Walker. The footage captures the manager's frustration regarding Walker's leadership and eventual departure.
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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, A new documentary series reveals details of Guardiola's final two seasons at Manchester City, including a bust-up with captain Kyle Walker
A new documentary shows the moment Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola told his players that he was "incredibly sad" that captain Kyle Walker had asked to leave the club.
In an emotional scene, the Spanish manager is also shown telling the players "you cannot behave" the way Walker did.
Former City defender Walker joined AC Milan on loan in January 2025 , after asking his manager if he could leave the club for a fresh challenge.
A new Amazon Prime documentary series following Guardiola's final two years at the club captures the manager addressing his team just days after the defender's departure.
"So sad, what happened with Kyle," he says, before a home match with Chelsea .
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