Revealed: Reason behind Kyle Walker's FA Cup absence as Pep Guardiola issues blunt three-word update on star's Etihad future amid 'links to Saudi Arabia' The reason behind Kyle Walker's surprise omission from Manchester City's matchday squad for Saturday's FA Cup clash against minnows Salford has been revealed as Pep Guardiola cast doubt over the star's future.
Pep Guardiola appeared to cast doubt over Walker's future at the club amid Saudi Arabia links.
The City head coach instead explained Walker's absence was 'tactical' as his side sought to kick-start their FA Cup journey having reached the final in consecutive years.
Walker has suffered a difficult run of form at City during the side's end of year struggles.
Walker was not named in City's team that arrived at the Etihad to take on Gary Neville and Class of 92' backed Salford who were hoping to cause a shock third round upset in the competition.
