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Aditya Gokhale

Kyle Walker's AC Milan horror show! Man City loanee HOOKED at half-time following disappointing display against Verona - with replacement Alex Jimenez crucial in Rossoneri's winning goal

Manchester City loanee Kyle Walker’s torrid season has continued as the full-back was hooked at half-time during AC Milan’s win over Hellas Verona.

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  • Walker subbed off at half-time
  • Replacement makes contribution to winner
  • At Milan on loan from Man City
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Walker left Manchester City on a six-month loan deal to AC Milan during the January transfer window having fallen out of favour and form. The 34-year-old also admitted that the shift to Serie A would also aid him in leaving behind his off-the-field controversy involving wife Annie Kilner and mistress Lauryn Goodman.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Walker has made five appearances for Milan since his move. However, he had his lowest moment for the Serie A side during their clash against Verona on Saturday as head coach Sergio Conceicao subbed him off at half-time for Alex Jimenez.

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    DID YOU KNOW?

    Walker's replacement Jimenez played a major role in Santiago Gimenez's 75th-minute winner as he played an exquisite ball over the top to Rafael Leao, who assisted the Mexican striker.

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  • WHAT NEXT FOR WALKER?

    Milan will be up against Feyenoord in the second leg of their Champions League play-off in midweek as the Rossonerri look to overturn their 1-0 deficit. Whether Walker will start after being destroyed by winger Igor Paixao in the first leg remains to be seen.

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