James Milner equaled the Premier League’s all-time appearance record when he came on as a substitute against Aston Villa for Brighton on Tuesday.
The former Leeds United, Newcastle United, Villa, Manchester City and Liverpool midfielder has made 653 top-flight appearances, level with former team-mate Gareth Barry.
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The 40-year-old is likely to become the record holder if he features in Brighton’s next Premier League game against Brentford on February 21.
Who does James Milner play for?
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Milner has played for six Premier League clubs – Liverpool, Manchester City, Aston Villa, Newcastle United, Leeds United and currently Brighton and Hove Albion.
Milner made his name at his boyhood club Leeds United, becoming the second youngest player to appear in the Premier League when he made his debut against West Ham United at the age of 16 years and 309 days.
He was also loaned to third-tier Swindon Town, scoring two goals in just six games.
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After Leeds United were relegated, Milner moved to Newcastle United and then to Villa Park for £12 million.
His performances at Aston Villa caught the attention of England and Milner was called up by Fabio Capello for the first time in a friendly against the Netherlands.
City earned a reputation as a versatile midfield option, bringing Milner to the club and winning the FA Cup in his first season and the Premier League a year later.
He then made the majority of his appearances at Liverpool, where he moved on a free transfer in 2015, making 230 appearances under Brendan Rodgers and Jurgen Klopp.
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Milner’s greatest triumph came when Liverpool won the Champions League in 2019, and a year later he played a key role in helping the club win the Premier League, the Reds’ first league title in 30 years.
How often does Milner come on as a substitute?
Who is in the ‘Top 500 Clubs’ for Premier League Appearances?
Only 13 players have made more than 500 Premier League appearances:
*Indicates players who are still playing professional football.
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