Milner came through at Leeds United, where he made his senior debut as a teenager, before going on to play for Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Manchester City, Liverpool and Brighton & Hove Albion.

Major honours across top clubs

Milner won three Premier League titles during his career—two with Manchester City and one with Liverpool—and was part of the Liverpool squad that lifted the UEFA Champions League in 2019.

His final Premier League appearances came with Brighton & Hove Albion, whom he joined in 2023.

Consistency over two decades

Celebrated for his durability and dependability, Milner has declared his retirement following one of the most extended careers in English premier football. During his tenure in the Premier League, he has consistently upheld his presence across multiple clubs and distinct periods. There, he surpassed Gareth Barry’s long-standing Premier League appearance record, finishing his career with 658 matches in the competition.

Reflecting on the journey

Milner announced his retirement, stating that after 24 seasons in the Premier League, it felt like the right time to end his playing career.

He reflected on a career that took him from a teenage debutant at Leeds United to competing for major honours, playing in Europe’s biggest competitions, and representing England on the international stage.

Lasting legacy

Milner earned 61 caps for England and featured in two FIFA World Cups and two UEFA European Championships.

He ends his career with a remarkable 964 senior appearances for club and country and leaves a legacy of consistency, professionalism and longevity that saw him play at the top of the game for more than 20 years.