While a move to join the Premier League newcomers may come as a surprise on paper, joining Burnley allows Walker to remain close to his family in Manchester, with the two cities s

Kyle Walker is set for a surprise switch to Burnley with the promoted club closing in on the signing of the former Manchester City captain in a transfer that could be worth £5m. The England international is likely to become Burnley’s highest-profile recruit of the summer so far and is expected to sign a two-year deal at Turf Moor.

Manchester City right-back Kyle Walker is closing in on a permanent move to Burnley, according to reports.The veteran defender has returned to Pep Guardiola’s side after a six-month loan with Serie