In a dramatic turn of events, England football star Kyle Walker’s marriage to wife Annie Kilner appears to be nearing its end. Annie, 31, has served divorce papers to the Manchester City defender after seeking legal counsel, and is reportedly preparing to fight for half of Walker’s £27 million fortune as their relationship becomes increasingly strained.
The couple’s relationship has been on the rocks ever since a series of highly publicized scandals involving Walker’s infidelities, most notably his love child with former mistress Lauryn Goodman. Sources suggest the pair, who are no longer on speaking terms, have both sought legal advice as tensions continue to escalate. The divorce papers were reportedly served weeks ago, following a particularly rocky period in their marriage.
Walker, 34, was said to be “stunned” when he received the papers, though insiders suggest that this may not necessarily mean divorce is inevitable. A source close to the couple stated, “This is as much Annie flexing her muscles as it is anything else. She wants Kyle to know she’s not messing about.”
The couple has had a turbulent relationship, with a series of cheating scandals threatening to tear them apart. In 2020, it was revealed that Walker had fathered a second child with Instagram influencer Lauryn Goodman, a truth that Goodman herself revealed to Annie in a direct message. This revelation came just months after Annie, who was heavily pregnant with their fourth child at the time, discovered that Walker had been unfaithful once again.
The pair have been together since they were teenagers in Sheffield and married in a secret ceremony in November 2021, after years of on-and-off turmoil. Their wedding surprised many, as it followed several high-profile controversies, including a public affair with reality TV star Laura Brown and Walker’s violation of COVID lockdown rules during an illicit party. Despite the history of betrayals, the couple has always reconciled—until now.
Annie has openly expressed her devastation over Walker’s behavior, describing the emotional toll his actions have taken on her and their children. In a past interview, she said, “What he has done to me and our children is obscene. I don’t think I’ll ever be the same again because of what he’s done.”
Despite attempts to repair their marriage, the recent birth of Walker’s child with Goodman seems to have been the final straw. Their relationship has deteriorated further since the summer, even as they were spotted together at the Euros. Meanwhile, Walker was embroiled in a legal battle with Goodman over financial support, sparking further conflict with Annie.
Court documents revealed that Walker had been providing significant financial support to Goodman, with lavish spending that included a £2.4 million housing budget, luxury furnishings, and security upgrades. This revelation reportedly infuriated Annie, who is now determined to secure her and their children’s future through the divorce settlement.
While the future remains uncertain, one thing is clear: Annie is ready to fight for what she believes she deserves after years of turmoil and heartbreak.
