James Milner retires after 24 Premier League seasons

Former England midfielder James Milner has announced his retirement from football at the age of 40. The player ends a 24-season Premier League career after breaking the league's appearances record this season.

Career conclusion Milner played across multiple clubs during his time in England.

BBC pundits reflected on his contributions after the announcement. Alan Shearer and others described the midfielder in three words as he brought his career to an end.

Record and legacy The retirement follows Milner's record-setting appearances total reached during the current season. The announcement marks the conclusion of one of the longest careers in Premier League history.

“Former England midfielder James Milner has announced his retirement from football at the age of 40 after 24 seasons in the Premier League, having broken the league's appearances record this season.”