James Milner will proceed enjoying till his 40s after signing a one-year contract extension with Brighton on Friday.
Milner, who’s the Premier League’s second-highest look maker of all-time (638), will play in his twenty fourth season within the top-flight, greater than another participant.
He’s simply 16 outings away from breaking the Premier League file for appearances made, an accolade at the moment held by former team-mate Gareth Barry (653).
The previous England worldwide has been with the Seagulls since becoming a member of them after his contract with Liverpool ran out in summer time 2023.
He managed simply 4 appearances within the 2024-25 marketing campaign after scuffling with a thigh downside, however featured in Brighton’s 4-1 win over Tottenham on the ultimate day.
Milner turns 40 on 4 January 2026 and must play into the next season if he needs to face an opportunity of turning into the Premier League’s oldest outfield participant.
That file is held by former England ahead Teddy Sheringham, who performed within the high flight for West Ham when he was 40 years and 272 days outdated.
We’re delighted to announce that James has agreed a one-year contract extension with Albion! pic.twitter.com/DocFkxkjpN
— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) June 13, 2025