"I think it's all, first and foremost, always credit to the player because he has to do the work not only on the pitch, also in the gym. And then as a manager, even if he is maybe physically struggling a little bit in the start, you need to keep on playing him because that's the only way players can improve."
"James Milner, should he play for Brighton against Crystal Palace on Sunday, will equal Gareth Barry's all-time Premier League appearance record of 653. His debut was on 10 November 2002, as Leeds beat West Ham 4-3. Milner replaced Jason Wilcox whatever happened to him? Interesting stat via Opta: Also featuring in Milner's debut game was Nigel Winterburn for West Ham."
Florian Wirtz has been in great form, showing notable improvement off the ball and stronger connections with teammates after increased game time. Managers should continue selecting promising players early, even if they initially struggle physically, because match minutes drive development. That combination of on-ball quality and off-ball work prepares players for the Premier League. James Milner is poised to equal Gareth Barry's Premier League appearance record of 653; his debut came on 10 November 2002 as Leeds beat West Ham 4-3, and that debut featured Nigel Winterburn. Milner has played under many managers and recently turned 40.
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