Pep Guardiola Labels Kyle Walker “One of the Greatest Right Backs of All Time”

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola called Kyle Walker one of the greatest right backs of all time during a press conference. This happened before City’s weekend match against Burnley. Guardiola praised Walker’s role in the team’s success over the years.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Guardiola spoke as Manchester City prepared to face Burnley in the Premier League at the Etihad Stadium. He highlighted Walker’s incredible contribution since he joined in 2017. Walker played a big part in six Premier League title wins, an FA Cup, and the Champions League during City’s historic Treble in 2023. Walker, who was the club captain last season before he left in January, had a huge impact on City’s decade of dominance. Guardiola confessed he always felt calm with Walker in defense against the league’s fastest wingers and called him “one of the greatest right backs of all time.”

WALKER’S LEGACY AND THE GREATEST RIGHT BACKS

Walker is known for his speed, reliability, and defensive strength. This season, he played 5 Premier League matches, delivering solid performances to keep his new team Burnley above the relegation zone. When talking about the best, Walker joins names like Dani Alves, Cafu, Gary Neville, Carlos Alberto, and Djalma Santos according to experts. Dani Alves won more titles than any other right back, Carlos Alberto led Brazil to World Cup glory, while Djalma Santos won two World Cups with Brazil. Walker finds himself among these legends due to his reliability and leadership during City’s most successful era.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR CITY AND WALKER?

Manchester City sit seventh in the Premier League after six matches. Their next match is away to Monaco and then to Brentford, for the Champions and Premier League respectively. City’s ambitions for another title make every game crucial. Walker’s legacy remains strong and fans will honor his contribution in future fixtures. As City aim for more trophies, Guardiola’s praise for Walker ensures his name will be remembered among football’s all-time best right backs. This follows the news that Walker passed his medical for a transfer to Burnley, marking a new chapter in his career.