Milner signs new contract

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2025-06-13T16:00+01:00

James Milner returned to action for Albion on the final day of the season. 📷 by James Boardman.

Midfielder James Milner has agreed a new one-year contract extension with the club.

The 39-year-old, who joined in 2023, has played 24 games for Albion but last season was restricted to just four appearances because of an injury sustained in August against Arsenal. He returned to action in the final game of the campaign as a late substitute in the 4-1 win at Spurs that clinched eighth place.

Milner has made 638 Premier League appearances in a career which began at Leeds United in 2001 and has included successful spells with Manchester City, Aston Villa and Liverpool. Only Gareth Barry (653) has played more games in Premier League history.

Head coach Fabian Hurzeler said, “I’m really pleased we will have James with us again this season.

“Last season he wasn’t able to help the team on the pitch as much as he would have liked, but around the squad his experience is invaluable, especially for the younger players.

"He’s a great guy to have in our environment, who is always there for me and the team. I’m looking forward to working with him again.”