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Report: Liverpool prepare improved contract for James Milner

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The Liverpool midfielder is nearing the end of his current contract Anfield.

James Milner of Liverpool scores a penalty

According to a report from the Liverpool Echo, Liverpool are keen to offer veteran midfielder James Milner a new deal this summer.

The 33-year-old, who currently earns £140,000 per week according to Spotrac, has just 12 months remaining on his current deal with the Reds.

Milner joined Liverpool on a free transfer in the summer of 2015, and he’s gone on to make 177 appearances in all competitions for the Merseyside outfit.

And he is now considered to be one of the Reds’ most important players.

Matteo Darmian #36 of Manchester United gets tripped up by James Milner #7 of Liverpool in the second half during the International Champions Cup 2018 match at Michigan Stadium on July 28,...

Jurgen Klopp has an extremely strong group of players at his disposal at Anfield, and keeping Milner around will be vitally important to the development of some of the club’s exciting youngsters.

Milner’s versatility is key to Liverpool, although he is clearly more comfortable when playing in the heart of midfield.

And signing him down to a new long-term deal will be great news for the club as they head into the new Premier League campaign.

James Milner of Liverpool celebrates after scoring a goal to make it 0-1 during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on November 3, 2018 in...