"I think it was Martin O'Neill was the first time I started and finished a season with the same manager, and that was probably what, six years into my career. Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant. Funny man. Great storyteller."
"Yeah, I loved playing for Martin. He was so good for me and gave me that confidence and pushed me into the middle of the park, and I loved playing for Martin."
James Milner discussed his experience playing under Martin O'Neill at Aston Villa, where he thrived and helped the team qualify for Europe. Milner's transfer to Manchester City for £26 million left O'Neill unimpressed, similar to his reaction to Gareth Barry's earlier move. Despite this, Milner appreciated O'Neill's influence on his development as a midfielder, noting that O'Neill was the first manager he finished a season with. Milner expressed fondness for O'Neill, describing him as a brilliant and funny storyteller who boosted his confidence.
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