Lauryn Goodman says Kyle Walker’s divorce battle won’t impact child maintenance

Lauryn Goodman has dismissed concerns that her children’s maintenance payments from Manchester City player Kyle Walker will be affected by his divorce proceedings with Annie Kilner. Kilner, 32, began legal proceedings last month, seeking half of Walker's reported £27 million fortune after their separation last December.

The separation followed revelations that Walker, 34, fathered a second child with Goodman, which she reportedly shared with Kilner via text.

During an Instagram Q&A, Goodman was asked if Kilner’s divorce claim was intended to reduce the financial support for her own children with Walker. In response, she wrote, "Silly if you believe that narrative… Doesn’t affect my children’s maintenance whatsoever."

Earlier this year, Goodman and Walker appeared in court over her requests for financial support for their two children, Kairo, 4, and Kinara, 14 months. Judge Edward Hess ruled on various demands presented by Goodman, rejecting many as "unreasonable."

Specific demands included:

Air Conditioning: Goodman requested a £33,000 air conditioning unit, which Walker opposed. The judge deemed this expense "neither necessary nor reasonable."

Astro Turf: Goodman sought £31,200 for astro turf, which Walker also did not support. This demand was similarly dismissed as "unreasonable."

Furniture: Goodman requested £20,000 for furnishing, while Walker offered £2,500. Judge Hess awarded Goodman £5,000, limited specifically to her daughter’s bedroom.

Car: Goodman requested £70,000 for a Mercedes GLE, to be replaced every three years. Walker countered with £51,000, consistent with a previous agreement, adjusted for inflation. Judge Hess supported Walker’s offer, stating Goodman’s demand was unwarranted.

Child Payments: Goodman sought £14,750 monthly (£177,000 annually) for both children, whereas Walker proposed £12,500 per month (£150,000 per year). The judge deemed Walker’s offer "generous" and adequate.

Nanny Costs: Goodman requested funding for 30 hours of nanny care per week at £30 per hour until her daughter enters primary school, then 20 hours weekly at £2,600 per month until secondary school. Walker offered 24 hours weekly at £20 per hour initially, decreasing to 12 hours weekly. The judge agreed that Walker’s offer was "fair and reasonable," with an allowance for inflation adjustments.

Nanny’s Car: Goodman also asked for a £30,000 vehicle for the nanny, including replacement every three years and coverage for driving lessons. Walker objected, but Judge Hess awarded £12,000 towards a car, requiring proof of a valid driving license.

Judge Hess’s ruling noted that Walker, despite substantial earnings of £3-5 million per year, was "not an open cheque book." Many of Goodman's demands were dismissed, with the judge characterizing Walker as having "acted with dignity and generosity."