Brighton and Hove Albion ‘favourites’ to sign Champions League winner despite interest from another club

Brighton and Hove Albion have been labelled as ‘favourites’ by a famous journalist to sign a Champions League-winner.

By Jacob Panons

Published 1st May 2023, 16:46 BST

Updated 1st May 2023, 16:47 BST

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The Athletic reporter David Ornstein posted on Twitter that Roberto De Zerbi’s side are preparing a move to sign James Milner when the 37-year-old’s Liverpool contract expires this summer.

Brighton are ‘determined’ to attain the experienced player’s services despite interest from Burnley, according to Mr Ornstein.

The Athletic reporter said Brighton are favoruites to sign the versatile midfielder – who has made more than 600 Premier League appearances.

BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 29: Roberto De Zerbi, Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, applauds fans after the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers at American Express Community Stadium on April 29, 2023 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images)

BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 29: Roberto De Zerbi, Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, applauds fans after the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers at American Express Community Stadium on April 29, 2023 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images)

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