Kyle Walker 'doubts' creep in for AC Milan with injured Man City loanee set for surprise return to Etihad Stadium this summer

A report by Gazzetta dello Sport suggests Walker's tenure at the San Siro will be limited to just this season. The England international had been expected to make the switch to Italian side at the end of his six-month loan deal, as Milan have the option to buy the full-back for €5m.

After a promising start to life with the Rossinieri, Walker has struggled for form and fitness. Walker suffered a right elbow fracture during a recent training session, and following surgery, is expected to face a month to six weeks on the sidelines.

The injury could well mean Walker has played his final game for Milan, who now have 'doubts' over extending his stay at San Siro. The right-back has made 12 appearances for the club since joining in the January transfer window.

Walker will be focussed on rehabilitating this latest ailment, but will also have one eye on the future. Walker struggled for game time at City in the first half of the season, and is unlikely to be a major part of Pep Guardiola's plans going forward. A summer of transfer speculation could well be on the cards for the 34-year-old.