[Albion] James Milner

[BBassic]

In talks to extend his contract, though it’s not clear whether it would be as a player, a coach, or both, per the Athletic

Physiotherapy Table Quality Assurance Executive.

 

[JBizzle]

In talks to extend his contract, though it’s not clear whether it would be as a player, a coach, or both, per the Athletic

It shouldn't be a surprise. It seems like he's central to a lot of the push to drive an "elite mindset" since Lallana left. If it's as a coach or on a reduced wage and the leadership group thinks there's value in retaining him then who am I to argue?

 

[US Seagull]

It's a shame that it looks like he won't move above 2nd in all time Premier League appearances. Still 16 short of Gareth Barry.

If he'd not been injured and was available for selection for most of the season, there was a good chance he might have, at least, come very close.

 

[Greg Bobkin]

I said this before, but IF FIT to play, I would have no issue in him being part of the squad next season. His experience on the pitch (fingers crossed!) would be invaluable to the young pups.

 

[amexer]

It's a shame that it looks like he won't move above 2nd in all time Premier League appearances. Still 16 short of Gareth Barry.

If he'd not been injured and was available for selection for most of the season, there was a good chance he might have, at least, come very close.

I do hope he is not in playing squad. Should never play at FB and we have loads of MFs.
I would hate to see manager feel oblogated to help him get record appearances

 

[Machiavelli]

I said this before, but IF FIT to play, I would have no issue in him being part of the squad next season. His experience on the pitch (fingers crossed!) would be invaluable to the young pups.

Yes, but would also have to be on substantially reduced/lower wages to take account of the hybrid coach/low playing time role.

 

[John Byrnes Mullet]

Must have been an ACL for amount of time he has been out. Were details shared about his injury.

 

[studio150]

In talks to extend his contract, though it’s not clear whether it would be as a player, a coach, or both, per the Athletic

Set Piece Coach

 

[Sussexscots]

Surely not on a playing contract. He's been fit for about half a dozen competitive games since January 2024.

 

[Nobby Cybergoat]

No playing contract please. His salary is exhorbitant by all reports and I'd rather we used the money on players who can play.

I've no problem giving him a coaching contract on normal coaches salary if the club think he's the right bloke

 

[Flounce]

Is there another knackered old Liverpool player we might sign and release Milner like we did Lallana this season?

I’m sure the snood and glove loving Albion players will be keen to see the back of Milner

 

[papachris]

In most job's after a certain amount of time off work you are only entitled to statutory sick pay. £118.75pw

 

[Herr Tubthumper]

I’d give him the ticket snooping job.

 

[Greg Bobkin]

Surely not on a playing contract. He's been fit for about half a dozen competitive games since January 2024.

No playing contract please. His salary is exhorbitant by all reports and I'd rather we used the money on players who can play.

I've no problem giving him a coaching contract on normal coaches salary if the club think he's the right bloke

The club isn't stupid. If – and I appreciate it's a big IF – he's fit enough to play or contribute (clearly he hasn't been this season) and Fab and co think he can bring something to the squad, then he absolutely should get some form of playing contract. If he's not – or they don't think he's worth it – then he won't get offered a new deal.

It wasn't that long ago that players and – I think – FH – were mentioning him as helping them even when he wasn't playing, so he's clearly still providing some sort of positivity.

 

[fly high]

The club isn't stupid. If – and I appreciate it's a big IF – he's fit enough to play or contribute (clearly he hasn't been this season) and Fab and co think he can bring something to the squad, then he absolutely should get some form of playing contract. If he's not – or they don't think he's worth it – then he won't get offered a new deal.

It wasn't that long ago that players and – I think – FH – were mentioning him as helping them even when he wasn't playing, so he's clearly still providing some sort of positivity.

Maybe a hybrid contract, mainly as a coach but keep his registration and pay him extra for appearances.

 

[seagullsovergrimsby]

He needs to be given a coaching contract. Why pay him the same as Barber for another year ?

 

[Biscuit Barrel]

Someone has got to build the new car park.

 

[Doug-ees-evil]

Terrace DJ?
#Milnzy
D&B 'The Friday night sessions'

 

[Nobby Cybergoat]

The club isn't stupid. If – and I appreciate it's a big IF – he's fit enough to play or contribute (clearly he hasn't been this season) and Fab and co think he can bring something to the squad, then he absolutely should get some form of playing contract. If he's not – or they don't think he's worth it – then he won't get offered a new deal.

I just think, he's 39. He was creaking pretty badly last season. He's just had a year off injured to add onto the 600 games he's played.

How much more do we really think we can squeeze out of him

It wasn't that long ago that players and – I think – FH – were mentioning him as helping them even when he wasn't playing, so he's clearly still providing some sort of positivity.

Should that not be a bare minimum requirement if you're on a professional football contract? Especially if you're on a very good one and likely hope to get another role in the organisation in due course

 

[Greg Bobkin]

Is there another knackered old Liverpool player we might sign and release Milner like we did Lallana this season?

I’m sure the snood and glove loving Albion players will be keen to see the back of Milner

That Trent fella is available, apparently...