Reds and Villa target Milner
by Essential Sports
Aston Villa and Liverpool have both shown an interest in Newcastle winger James Milner.
The 22-year-old has totalled close to 100 appearances for the Magpies since making a £5 million move from Leeds in July 2004.2009 January Transfers
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Reds boss Rafael Benitez revealed he was keen to offload Jermaine Pennant in a part-exchange for the player but Newcastle boss Kevin Keegan rejected the offer.
Milner has been a key member of England's under-21 side and is believed to be keen on an Anfield move, but Keegan is desperate to keep hold of the hard-working midfielder who netted for his club three times last season.
Another player offered to Keegan is 21-year-old midfielder Danny Guthrie, but the Magpies manager has his sights set on Peter Crouch.
However, Crouch, who has sparked great interest from former club Portsmouth, has a price tag of £15 million - a sum which could prove prohibitive for interested parties.
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