Brighton Attempted to Convince James Milner to Stay

Brighton chief executive Paul Barber has hailed James Milner as a remarkable individual, disclosing that the club tried to convince the midfielder to delay his retirement. The club's leadership made efforts to extend his stay by another year due to his influence and professionalism.

Barber highlighted Milner's significant contribution to the squad's culture and his consistent performance levels over the years. Despite these attempts, the veteran player decided to stick to his retirement plans, leaving the club to plan for his departure.