Liverpool have agreed to sign midfielder James Milner on a free transfer from Manchester City. Milner, an English international, is expected to take club legend Steven Gerrard’s place in Liverpool’s starting XI next season. The deal is of course subject to a medical and cannot be official until Milner’s contract with Manchester City expires on July 1, 2015. However, the club has let the cat out of the bag and released information on the signing to the public via a statement on their website.
Last Word on Sports’ Richard Grainger had this article on Milner and his ability just a few days ago.
The following press release comes from Liverpool Football Club of the Premier League and concerns the club’s latest signing.
Liverpool agree deal to sign Milner
Liverpool Football Club are delighted to announce they have agreed a deal to sign Manchester City’s James Milner, subject to a medical.
The Reds have agreed personal terms with the England international, who will join the club on a free transfer on July 1 after his contract at the Etihad Stadium has expired.
Milner will arrive at Anfield having lifted two Barclays Premier League titles, an FA Cup and a League Cup during his five-year spell with City.
The 29-year-old is also firmly established as a regular for England and has notched 53 caps to date.
Having also represented Leeds United, Newcastle United and Aston Villa, Milner has lined up against Liverpool 24 times in total during the course of his career.
Main Photo: Manchester City’s English midfielder James Milner (R) celebrates after Frank Lampard (L) scores their equalizing goal during the English Premier League football match between Manchester City and Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester on September 21, 2014. The game finished 1-1. AFP PHOTO / CARL COURT / Getty Images
