ISTANBUL
English Premier League club Liverpool will sign Manchester City midfielder James Milner on a free transfer.
Liverpool stated on Thursday that the 29-year-old English player will join "The Reds" when his contract with Manchester City expires on July 1.
The British media reported that Milner had refused a contract renewal offer from Manchester City opting instead to play for Liverpool.
Milner started his career at Leeds United. He has also played for Swindon Town, Newcastle United and Aston Villa.
Manchester City acquired him for 22 million euros ($24.9 million) in 2010.
A right midfielder, Milner won two Premier League titles, one FA Cup, and a League Cup during his five-year-spell in Manchester City.
The English scored eight goals in 45 matches this season.
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