Milner in squad after ‘amicable’ Villa talks

JAMES MILNER has been included in Aston Villa’s squad for the Guadiana Cup in Portugal this weekend after holding “amicable” talks with club manager Martin O’Neill.

The 24-year-old returned to pre-season training yesterday after being given a month’s holiday following England’s early exit from the World Cup.

Milner has been the subject of one £20 million (€24m) bid already from Manchester City which was rejected by the midlands club.