Kyle Walker, star player for Manchester United and one of the football world's most underrated talents, can attribute his notorious reputation to personal indiscretions as much as his on-field prowess. The press often covers the private life of the 81-time England international and Champions League winner more than his athletic achievements. Initially having won nothing with Tottenham Hotspur, Walker eventually conquered nearly everything with Manchester City. However, the spotlight is back on his private life after recent allegations of further infidelity, including fathering multiple additional children with another woman. The 33-year-old player is no stranger to scandal, involving himself in orgies during lockdown, womanizing in pubs, and various infidelities. Here are the Walker scandals:
FROM FOOTBALL'S UNLUCKIEST TO A TROPHY-COLLECTING PLAYER
Walker, an 81-time England international footballer, had stints at Northampton, Aston Villa, QPR, and Sheffield United before rising to prominence with Tottenham.
The fact that Spurs haven't won a trophy since the 2008 English League Cup, with Walker sharing in the team's misfortunes, has led to his being labeled one of football's unluckiest players. However, this changed dramatically in the summer of 2017 when he signed a five-year contract with Manchester City, becoming one of the most expensive English players ever at a purchase price of 45 million pounds. Since then, he has won multiple titles including the Champions League, the English Premier League multiple times, the English League Cup, the FA Cup, the Club World Cup, and the UEFA Super Cup.
ILLEGITIMATE CHILDREN AND ORGIES WITH PROSTITUTES
Walker's personal life seemed to be in check while with his partner, the stunning Annie Kilner his love having begun in their youth in Sheffield. However, in 2019, a reality star claimed she had had an affair in a Bentley with the footballer, and influencer Lauryn Goodman gave birth to his child nearly four years ago.
In 2020, the tabloid press again buzzed with his scandals. During the
COVID-19 pandemic, Walker invited two prostitutes to his home while the government urged people to stay indoors. Despite staying home, Walker's actions were far from the contact-free living authorities intended.
During the lockdown, only essential excursions were allowed. Despite this, Walker and a friend hosted a sex party with two prostitutes, paying 2200 pounds to entertain them at his Cheshire home. This occurred right before Walker urged people to stay home on social media. Walker was called out as hypocritical by Louise McNamara, one of the involved prostitutes, accusing him of putting the public at risk.
The Manchester City instigated disciplinary proceedings after the incident. "Manchester City FC is disappointed to hear about the allegations concerning Kyle Walker's private life, which contradict UK lockdown and social distancing rules," a Manchester City spokesperson said.
WOMANIZING AND FLASHING IN A PUB
Not surprisingly, Kilner broke off their relationship. However, she took Walker back and they married in November 2021, co-parenting their three children. But domestic bliss proved temporary. Last year, Walker made poor use of his two days off granted by Josep Guardiola, engaging in drunken misconduct in a pub.
A video surfaced showing the England international embracing women and exposing himself in a Manchester bar. Reportedly, Walker left without paying, prompting a waiter to chase him. A companion ultimately settled the bill.
NEW CHILD WITH MISTRESS, WIFE'S PATIENCE RUNS THIN
Yet Walker continued his indiscretions. According to the Daily Mail, Goodman is said to have given birth to her second child with Walker. This revelation led to Kilner announcing a separation and ejecting Walker from their luxury home.
Kilner expressed a need for space and reflection, while Walker publicly apologized, asking for respect for their privacy.
Despite friends claiming there's "no chance" for reconciliation, Walker hopes for a way back. A campaign led by Goodman, which involved sending messages and revealing Walker's paternity, played a significant role in their breakup.
After numerous scandals, Walker's marriage appears in jeopardy. Despite the tumultuous history, few would bet on an absolute end to their relationship.