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Brighton CONFIRM the signing of James Milner on a 12-month deal with the option to extend - despite Jurgen Klopp being keen to keep the veteran as he plots a summer rebuild in midfield

Brighton confirm the signing of James Milner on a one-year deal with a year's option when his Liverpool contract expires on 30 June.

Head coach Roberto De Zerbi said, 'I'm very glad to welcome James to Brighton. He's an excellent addition for us and I'm sure he will help to bring us to an even higher level.'

The club's technical director David Weir added, 'We are delighted that James has agreed to join us after a hugely successful period at Liverpool. His experience speaks for itself with the amount of games he has played and the trophies he has won throughout a decorated career.