Brighton: James Milner and Danny Welbeck signal new contracts

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Former England internationals James Milner and Danny Welbeck have each signed new contracts with Brighton.

Midfielder Milner, 38, has agreed a one-year cope with the Seagulls whereas 33-year-old ahead Welbeck has put pen to paper on a two-year contract.

Earlier within the season Milner moved as much as second on the Premier League’s all-time look checklist and now must play in 20 extra top-flight video games to overhaul Gareth Barry’s document of 653.

The veteran has not been ready so as to add to that whole since 30 January having struggled with accidents however “can be prepared” for the beginning of the 2024-25 marketing campaign.

“I’m as pushed as I’ve ever been and I’m excited for subsequent season,” stated Milner, who joined Albion on a free switch final summer time after his contract expired at Liverpool.

“I actually loved the primary half of this season because the membership performed in Europe for the primary time, whereas the second half has personally been disappointing with a few accidents.”

Welbeck has scored 25 targets in 123 video games in all competitions for Brighton having signed in October 2020 following his launch by Watford.

“Every season has been particular and we’ve progressed yearly,” stated former Manchester United and Arsenal striker Welbeck.

“A pair extra key acquisitions for the squad will assist us push on subsequent season and I’m fairly certain we are able to obtain some extra particular moments.”

Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi stated he was completely happy to carry on to 2 of his most skilled gamers.

“Their qualities as footballers and likewise as people are very clear for everybody to see,” he added.

“They’ve each been essential for the membership on and off the pitch, and with Adam Lallana leaving us their contribution turns into much more essential subsequent season.”

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