Jürgen Klopp delighted by contract extension for 'exceptional' Milner

Jürgen Klopp reflected on news of James Milner's contract extension with Liverpool FC with a simple yet emphatic message: "He is an exceptional player, professional and person."

The vice-captain put pen to paper on the deal at Melwood on Friday afternoon to prolong his Reds career beyond his fifth season with the club.

The confirmation followed this morning’s announcement that Jürgen Klopp – as well as assistant managers, Peter Krawietz and Pepijn Lijnders – have agreed extensions until 2024.

And Klopp told Liverpoolfc.com of Milner’s new deal: “I remember I said in the summer I had not had the pleasure of working with many players like James Milner before in my career – and I am so pleased I…