PFA defend Milner transfer request

    By Soccernet staff

    Thursday, August 28, 2008

    The Professional Footballers' Association deputy chief executive has defended James Milner's decision to hand in a transfer request at Newcastle United, insisting the Aston Villa transfer target was left with 'no option'. Newcastle have expressed their disappointment in the player's desire to seal a £10million move to Villa Park, but the PFA's Mike McGuire has backed the England Under 21s' decision after claiming the Magpies have refused to enter into contract discussions with his client. 'Th ...

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