James Milner

40-Year-Old Midfielder/DefenderM/D
Brighton & Hove Albion
Premier

England

Could be rested Wednesday
M/DBrighton & Hove Albion
March 3, 2026
Milner made two consecutive starts for Brighton and could be rested for Wednesday's clash against Arsenal to give him time to recover, according to coach Fabian Hurzeler, per BBC Sport Sussex. "James has had two really good performances, there might be a change there to give him time to recover. We have big availability and competition in the starting eleven."
ANALYSIS
Milner logged back-to-back Premier League starts for the first time since August 2024 and could be in line for a breather in Wednesday's showdown against Arsenal as the staff manages his workload. The veteran remains a trusted presence, but he is likely to shift back into a rotational role moving forward with Yasin Ayari (shoulder) on the verge of returning to the match squad, which will tighten the competition in midfield. Carlos Baleba is also fit and available to start when needed.
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Subbed in on Saturday
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February 1, 2026
Milner recorded no stats in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Everton.
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Finds bench role
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Milner (strain) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Liverpool.
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Option against Liverpool
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December 12, 2025
Milner (strain) is back available for Saturday's clash against Liverpool, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to The Argus.
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Pictured in training
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Milner (strain) was pictured in training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's trip to Liverpool.
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Eyeing return before Christmas
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Milner (strain) is eyeing a return to play ahead of Christmas, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "James is getting close. I am quite positive that we will see him before Christmas."
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Could extend Brighton tenure
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May 14, 2025
Milner could sign a new contract with Brighton in the summer, according to The Athletic.
ANALYSIS
Brighton are in talks with the 39-year-old veteran English midfielder over a new deal with the club. Even though Milner is way past his prime years, Brighton rate him highly due to his positional versatility but also due to what he brings off the pitch. It wouldn't be surprising if Milner returns to Brighton for one more year before calling it a career.
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