Defender's absence from Manchester City's matchday squad raised eyebrows, with Pep Guardiola revealing one of his key players could be set to leave the club.

Pep Guardiola has revealed that Kyle Walker has asked to leave Manchester City, opening the door to a potential exit during the January transfer window. Walker was not in the squad as City beat Salford City 8-0 in the FA Cup third round at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday evening.

Based on recent events it would be a major surprise if Kyle Walker remains at Manchester City at the close of the current transfer window. Pep Guardiola told the media last week that the City captain