Kyle Walker and wife Annie Kilner are said to have put on a frosty reception when they attended a party at Wayne and Coleen’s mansion in Cheshire over the Bank Holiday.
The couple, who recently welcomed their fourth son, have faced turmoil since it was revealed that Kyle is the father of both Lauryn Goodman’s children.
They spent time as a family at Coleen and Wayne Rooney’s mega mansion this weekend as they put the latest Lauryn scandal behind them.
Annie, 31, and Kyle, who now have four sons, were said to be ‘frosty’ with each other as the Rooney’s threw a Bank Holiday bash for their footballer pals.
The Sun reported: ‘They are doing things as a family again.’
Kyle Walker, (pictured left with footballer Aaron Hunt) and wife Annie Kilner are said to have put on a frosty appearance when they attended a party at Wayne and Coleen’s mansion in Cheshire over the Bank Holiday
Annie, (pictured) who recently welcomed her fourth son with Kyle is ‘working through their differences but things are not as they were’ (stock image)
‘But it’s not all smooth sailing and there was clearly still a bit of tension. Everyone was letting their hair down, having a laugh and few drinks but it was obvious Kyle is still in the dog house.
‘There weren’t particularly lovey dovey but it’s a step in the right direction for them as a couple.’
A second source told : ‘Annie and Kyle are working through their differences as they navigate life with a newborn. They enjoyed the day with other footballers and their families plus a crowd of other famous faces.
‘The pair are, understandably, not back how they were, but connecting with friends and being together doing normal family stuff is helping towards their reconciliation.’
The Rooney’s welcomed friends including commentator Darren Fletcher, Middlesbrough coach Michael Carrick, Everton’s Jordan Pickford and former Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce to their £20million mansion.
They also extended the invitation to members of Girth N Turf FC, who are one of the virtual EA Sports FC 24 Pro Clubs.
It comes after it was reported that Kyle is said to be considering ditching Manchester City and the Premier League in favour of a move to Saudi Arabia at the end of the season, according to The Sun.
The City star was in talks with Bayern Munich over a potential exit last year before signing a new contract extension that keeps him at the reigning Premier League and European champions until 2026.
The media storm focusing on his relationship could pave the way for a summer departure from European football and the City full-back has been in discussion with former team-mate Riyad Mahrez over moving to the Middle East.
Riyad joined Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli after winning the Treble under Pep Guardiola and has been offering expert guidance to Walker on life in the nation.
He moved there with wife Taylor Ward and their young daughter last year, with the former initially upset at leaving England in favour of Saudi Arabia.
Gamer Ryan Baines, who was invited to the party, shared this picture with Kyle taken at the Rooney party at their Cheshire mansion at the weekend (Ryan McCaul and Kyle pictured)
The Rooneys welcomed friends including commentator Darren Fletcher, Middlesbrough coach Michael Carrick, Everton’s Jordan Pickford and former Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce to their £20million mansion
Coleen, (left) and Wayne, (right) appeared in social media pictures taken at the party and posted by gamer Ryan
Taylor later claimed she felt more comfortable after seeing popular food chain Nandos had premises in the country.
Should Kyle depart then he would be the highest-profile England player to move to the league – who are continuing their approach of attracting top talent by offering huge salaries.
Jordan Henderson previously left the Premier League for Saudi Arabia last year before later returning to Europe with Ajax in January.
Kyle is understood to be ‘very happy’ at City as they continue their quest for a record-breaking fourth consecutive Premier League title and prepare to take on derby rivals Man United in the FA Cup final for the second season in a row.
His wife, Annie, is also reportedly in favour of departing England in search of a fresh start overseas, sources reportedly told The Sun.
Conversations with Riyad are said to have focused primarily on the different clubs in the Saudi Pro League and the lifestyle for foreign players moving to the oil-rich kingdom.
Kyle was delighted with the information he was given by his former colleague and will be weighing up all available options once the season has concluded.
His departure would mark a huge blow for Guardiola who masterminded the player’s move to the Etihad from Tottenham in 2017 for an initial £47m.
The Rooney’s opened their home to all their friends – including members of Girth N Turf FC, who are one of the virtual EA Sports FC 24 Pro Clubs
An insider told The Sun : ‘They are doing things as a family again (pictured totgether in 2019)
Kyle’s rep told : ‘Kyle, like many footballers, has considered his career after the Premiere League and England commitments. Conversations about a move were in relation to his future and not something he is considering any time soon. He is immensely proud to captain his club and play for his country’.
Meanwhile also revealed on Friday that Kyle has returned to the family home to spend time with his children, just four months after he was kicked out by his wife.
Annie was heavily pregnant at the time with their fourth child when she heard the shocking news of her husband’s infidelity.
Kyle was ordered to pack his bags and leave their £3.5 million mansion in Prestbury, Cheshire.
He relocated to a home close by, paying £20,000 per month rent as the couple’s marriage hit the rocks.
Kyle is still living in the rental property but has been spending time with his children back at the family home and helping Annie around the house.
Meanwhile the footballer is said to be considering ditching Manchester City and the Premier League in favour of a move to Saudi Arabia at the end of the season (pictured with wife Annie and their children)
Annie and Kyle (pictured 2022) are believed to be considering future options for their family
The source said: ‘It would be an understatement to say that he needs to get back into Annie’s good books and he’s doing his best by making himself more useful around the house. But there are people within her circle who feel that she’s taken him back too quickly.
‘But her hormones are all over the place and she’s decided that its worth putting in the effort to save their marriage. A lot of women wouldn’t have done this but at the end of the day, it’s her choice.’
Annie, 30 gave birth last month with the Manchester City and England footballer by her side.
The past few months have been a rollercoaster for Annie, after she discovered in December last year that her sportsman husband had fathered a second child with Lauryn with Walker moving out of their home a few weeks later in January.
Prior to the arrival of their fourth child, who they plan to name Rezon, the couple also share sons Roman, 11, Riaan, seven, and Reign, five.