Former Manchester City captain Kyle Walker said the club’s glory years cannot be taken away from the players, even though the club was found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules over a nine‑year period. He acknowledged the guilty verdict ‘doesn’t look great’ but insisted memories of many trophies will remain, noting the club has appealed the judgment.
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Walker’s defence of the team’s achievements matters to his supporters as it reflects his view on his legacy amid the club’s legal issues.
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