James Milner still has a lot to offer Liverpool after signing new deal

Midfielder James Milner’s belief he can still contribute to Liverpool’s success convinced him to sign a new 12-month contract.

The 36-year-old’s existing deal was due to expire at the end of the month and the fact he is understood to have agreed to reduced personal terms shows how important remaining at Anfield was to him.

A significant factor was manager Jurgen Klopp’s desire to retain the services of a player who has such a huge influence on the dressing room.

“I have never taken playing for this club for granted and I never will,” Milner, who is set to play in a 20th consecutive Premier League campaign next season, told liverpoolfc.com.

“An overriding feeling for me – and a vitally important one in the process – was the belief I can still contribute to the team.

“The gaffer was clear what he thought and that was a big factor in me extending my contract.

“As long as I can still play my part, that’s not something easy to walk away from.”

I have never taken playing for this club for granted and I never will. An overriding feeling for me – and a vitally important one in the process – was the belief I can still contribute to the team- Liverpool midfielder James Milner

Milner made 39 appearances last season, although only 14 were starts, but there was little negotiation needed with the midfielder, who chose to wait until the end of an epic 63-game season which culminated in defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League final just over a week ago before making his decision.

He is believed to have turned down offers from at least one Premier League club and two from overseas in order to stay at Anfield.

Since joining from Manchester City, where he won two league titles, two FA Cups and a League Cup, in 2015 Milner has won the