The Reds boss spent upwards of £80million recruiting Christian Benteke, Roberto Firmino, James Milner, Nathaniel Clyne, Danny Ings, Joe Gomez and Adam Bogdan.

Seriously James, if you are going to attempt a training ground routine like that, you need to execute it properly.

James Milner was grateful to “a moment of brilliance” from Philippe Coutinho after Liverpool got their Premier League campaign off to a winning start with a 1-0 win at Stoke on Sunday.

It was yet another example of the 23-year-old’s deadly accuracy from long range after striking a number from distance last season.

Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign Manchester City midfielder James Milner, subject to a medical. Personal terms have been negotiated and the 29-year-old will join on a free transfer on July 1 after his contract expires at the Etihad Stadium.

Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign Manchester City midfielder James Milner, subject to a medical. Personal terms have been negotiated and the 29-year-old will join on a free transfer on July 1 after his contract expires at the Etihad Stadium.

Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign Manchester City midfielder James Milner, subject to a medical.

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James Milner hopes champions Manchester City can now seize the initiative in the title race.