- Suffered groin injury in Manchester derby
- Underwent surgery
- Hopes to be included in World Cup squad
WHAT HAPPENED? The Manchester City full-back suffered the injury during the Manchester derby and later the club confirmed that he underwent surgery on the groin issue.
WHAT THEY SAID: Speaking to BBC Radio 5, Walker said, "My first thought now is getting back for England. I'm confident. I've been through enough in my career to know my body. I'm well above what they thought I'd be able to do at this point. I just feel I can do this. I am going to have to be patient with it. There will be bumps in the road but hopefully, come the selection, I'm included."
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Walker's absence from the World Cup squad could be a major blow for England as he is a key part of Gareth Southgate's plans, with his versatility meaning he can play at both right-back and centre-back.
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Getty ImagesWHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER CITY? Manchester City next take on Liverpool on October 16 at the Etihad Stadium.