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Kyle Walker named Man City captain for Bayern Munich friendly as Pep Guardiola issues statement to German champions amid their pursuit of the England defender

Kyle Walker has been named captain for Manchester City's pre-season fixture against Bayern Munich despite the German champions' pursuit of the defender this summer.

Pep Guardiola's side continue their preparations for the new season against the Bavarian giants at the Japan National Stadium in Tokyo on Wednesday.

And Walker, who has only a year remaining on his contract at the Etihad, is set to lead out the Citizens.

Kyle Walker (centre) has only one year remaining on his contract with Manchester City

Kyle Walker (centre) has only one year remaining on his contract with Manchester City

City boss Pep Guardiola has said the defender is still very important to the club's plans

City boss Pep Guardiola has said the defender is still very important to the club's plans

Thomas Tuchel is said to be a big fan of Walker