Milner wants out - O'Neill

22 July 2010 15:32
Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has admitted James Milner wants to leave the club this summer. The midfielder has already been the subject of a rejected bid from Manchester City following a brilliant season last term, which earned him three starting appearances in England's World Cup campaign. O'Neill told a press conference ahead of Villa's friendly with Bohemians in Dublin on Saturday: "I had a conversation with James before the World Cup and he intimated that he'd like to go." City had an offer believed to be around £20million turned down by Villa in May, with the midlands club thought to be seeking in the region of £30million for the 24-year-old. O'Neill added: "City made an offer but it did not meet our valuation. I'm sure matters will be resolved soon. James is back next week having had an extended holiday."

Source: PA