Premier League side Brighton and Hove Albion has confirmed the signing of midfielder James Milner on a free after the player left Liverpool.

In a statement, the club noted: “We are pleased to confirm that James Milner will join the club on a one-year deal with a year’s option when his Liverpool contract expires on 30 June.

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“The 37-year-old arrives after eight years with the Reds, during which time he won the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, European Super Cup, and Club World Cup.”

Brighton head coach Roberto De Zerbi added: “I’m very glad to welcome James to Brighton. He’s an excellent addition for us and I’m sure he will help to bring us to an even higher level.”

Technical director David Weir said, “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. A move to Aston Villa followed in 2008, before a transfer to Manchester City two years later. He then headed to Liverpool in 2015, where he won seven trophies during a hugely successful eight years at Anfield.

For England, Milner made 61 appearances playing at the 2010 and 2014 World Cups as well as the 2012 and 2016 Euros and is now third in the all-time Premier League appearance makers with 619, behind Gareth Barry (652) and Ryan Giggs (632).

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