Leeds United share 26-word message for James Milner after retirement confirmed | OneFootball

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·2 June 2026

Leeds United share 26-word message for James Milner after retirement confirmed

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Leeds United have congratulated academy graduate James Milner after he confirmed his retirement on Monday morning.

In a post on their official X account, the club said the whole of Leeds United congratulated Milner on an outstanding career and wished him well for the future.


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Leeds were among a number of teams and figures to respond to his announcement.

Milner came through the Leeds academy.

The club’s message on X comprised 26 words.

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