Milner Extends Brighton Contract with Premier League Appearances Record in Sight
- In June 2025, 39-year-old midfielder James Milner renewed his deal with Brighton & Hove Albion for an additional year.
- The extension follows Milner's injury-limited 2024-25 season, where he made only four league appearances due to an August injury that curtailed his playtime.
- Milner joined Brighton after his Liverpool contract ended in summer 2023, and Brighton finished eighth last season missing European qualification.
- Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler expressed his satisfaction at having James back this season, highlighting the important role his experience plays in supporting the younger members of the team.
- Milner, who debuted in 2002 for Leeds United and has 638 Premier League appearances, aims to surpass Gareth Barry's 653-game record and play past his 40th birthday in January 2026.
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BRIGHTON, England (AP) — James Milner will have another chance to become the player with the most appearances in the Premier League era.

Milner gets Brighton extension for 24th season with a Premier League record in sight
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The 39-year-old veteran, injured much of the season, is aiming for a record 653 Premier League games held by Gareth Barry.
Soccer-Milner extends Brighton contract with Premier League appearances record in sight
(Reuters) -James Milner has agreed a one-year contract extension with Brighton & Hove Albion, the south-coast club said on Friday, as the 39-year-old eyes the all-time record for appearances in the Premier League. Read full story
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