James Milner Departs Liverpool After 8 years

James Milner will join Brighton & Hove Albion after his contract with Liverpool expires at the end of this season in June.

Brighton confirmed this in a press statement.

The 37-year-old midfielder’s contract will be valid for one year with the option for a further 12 months.

Head coach Roberto De Zerbi described him as an excellent addition to the team and is convinced “he will help to bring us to an even higher level”.

Technical director David Weir says Brighton will prey on his experience.

“We are delighted that James has agreed to join us after a hugely successful period at Liverpool. His experience speaks for itself with the number of games he has played and the trophies he has won throughout a decorated career. These games include European competition, which will be of huge value to us as we embark on our first season in Europe. We’re looking forward to working with James when the players return for pre-season.”

Milner began his career with Leeds United, making 54 appearances for the Whites before joining Newcastle in 2005 and Aston Villa in 2008.

In 2010, he moved to Manchester City where he helped the Club win all the domestic honours – Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup and Community Shield – during his five years stay.

At Liverpool where he won seven trophies during a successful eight years at Anfield, he was part of the squad that won the Champions League in 2019, the Premier League in 2020 and a domestic Carabao and Emirates FA Cup double in 2022.

In playing 332 games for the club, Milner also won the FIFA Club World Cup, the UEFA Super Cup and the Community Shield, at the start of last season. He also collected a runners-up medal in the 2018 Champions League final and the 2016 Europa League final. He contributed 26 goals and 45 assists during his Liverpool career.