Former Liverpool vice-captain retires after more than two decades of service

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230 of his league appearances came while at Anfield as Jurgen Klopp made him one of his stalwarts, even if it was as a super sub. Milner spoke of his incredible ride at the top of the game in his post.

"From making my debut for Leeds United, who I supported growing up, at the age of 16 and becoming the Premier League's youngest scorer, I could never have dreamed of the journey I've been on, right through not being able to lift my foot last year and then coming back to be part of Brighton & Hove Albion qualifying for Europe for the second time in their history at the age of 40." He continued; "To have gone on to represent Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Manchester City, Liverpool and Brighton - and not forgetting a memorable month at Swindon Town - has been an incredible privilege."Milner broke Gareth Barry's longstanding league appearance record in February of this year when he started and played the full 90 for Brighton in a match against Brentford. A valuable asset on and off the pitchA great example of the kind of leader and professional that James Milner was, is his appointment as Liverpool's vice-captain shortly after he arrived at Anfield on a free transfer.

His professionalism was on display almost every time he made an appearance, and his preseason fitness tests with the Reds were stuff of legends. He scored 26 goals to go with 45 assists during his Reds tenure, but it was his leadership, calm demeanor and example that really set him apart.