James Milner is eyeing more trophies with Liverpool after extending his deal at the club for another year. The Reds confirmed this afternoon that their veteran midfielder has penned fresh terms that will take his stay at Anfield until 2023.
In a move heavily backed by manager Jurgen Klopp, it will see the Yorkshireman's vital experience remain in the dressing room and out on the pitch for a further campaign.
The ECHO understands the 36-year-old has taken a significant pay cut to remain with Liverpool, having also turned down contract offers from the Premier League and abroad in the process.
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Speaking to the club website today, Milner reflected on the "extraordinary" recent events that convinced him he is still in the perfect place to play his football.
He said: "Last season was extraordinary, even though it didn’t have the ending we hoped it would. But I think that will only make us all even hungrier for more success, to be honest. I felt that after the parade and that played a part in my decision-making also. It’s a unique club.
“Now this is signed, I’m already looking forward to getting back with everyone, refocusing and going again. It’s a brilliant dressing room to be part of.”
Milner added: “I’m very pleased to be staying for another season. I have never taken playing for this club for granted and I never will. An overriding feeling for me – and a vitally important one in the process – was the belief I can still contribute to the team. The gaffer was clear what he thought and that was a big factor in me extending my contract.
“Ultimately it was a decision I made, with the support of my family, on the basis of the quality of people at the club; teammates first and foremost, along with the manager and coaches. Plus the brilliant training ground staff, who are the heartbeat of AXA. From the medical room, sports science, the kit department, nutrition, the canteen and office staff. All people who make the team what it is.
“As long as I can still play my part, that’s not something easy to walk away from."
