‘My old vets team would have bought him for that’ – Arsenal legend stunned at tiny fee AC Milan paid for Kyle Walker

PAUL MERSON was left stunned by the bargain fee AC Milan have paid for Kyle Walker.

The 34-year-old’s glittering seven-and-a-half years at Manchester City officially came to an end yesterday.

Walker has moved to Milan initially on loan until the end of the season.

But the England right-back is not expected to return in the summer as the deal includes a buy option worth £4million.

Arsenal legend Paul Merson was left shocked by the low price City accepted.

He told Sky Sports: “I don’t think Kyle Walker could play ever game at the moment, but he could still do a job.

“For me, for the sake of the fee of £4m, the vets team I used to play for would have bought him for that.”

On top of the fee, SunSport understands that Milan will pick up the majority of his £150,000 weekly pay packet.

The Serie A side’s local rivals Inter were also keen on signing him but wages proved a stumbling block.

There was also a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabian side, but Walker was keen to still play at the highest level.

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Walker joined in with training at his new club for the first time today.

That was after saying farewell to City in a touching social media post, thanking Pep Guardiola, his team-mates and fans.

It read: “Manchester City… where do I start? Signing for this incredible club in 2017 was a dream come true.

“Seven years later, winning 17 trophies, including the Champions League and the famous treble is something I could only have dreamt as a child.

“To play alongside so many talented players has pushed me to be the best version of myself, and I’m truly grateful for the opportunity I’ve had at the Etihad.

“A huge thank you to so many people, the coaching staff, the kit men and all the backroom staff who work tirelessly behind-the-scenes. You make every day enjoyable and provide the platform for us to perform at our best.

“To my team-mates, from the moment I walked through the door I felt at home. Thank you for the great memories and for all the success we have shared together. You are friends, but also family for life.

“To Pep Guardiola, thank you for believing in me and working so hard to bring me here in 2017.

“Together, we’ve celebrated 17 trophies, and your guidance has helped shape me into the player I am today. I’ll be forever grateful.

“To Annie and all my family who have been there and supported me on this journey thank you.

“Lastly, to the fans—thank you for embracing me as one of your own from day one. Your unwavering support, week in, week out, home and away, will never be forgotten. I wish you all constant success going forward. Thank you, Kyle.”

Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk