Why the Reds should secure a deal for the English international…
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According to Goal, Liverpool are at the head of the queue to sign James Milner should he decide not to renew his contract with Manchester City…
Here’s why they’d be wise to pursue the opportunity.
1) Steven Gerrard is leaving, and James Milner thrives centrally…
Few people remember Milner at his best, but Aston Villa fans probably do. Used almost as a no.10 at Villa Park, the Englishman could create, score, and thread intricate passes. He was so good that Manchester City shelled out £26m on him, before strangely converting him into a workhorse. With Gerrard leaving the Reds, Milner could directly replace the legendary skipper in a central midfield role, given the licence to create as well just work relentlessly.
