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[ez]

I remember towards the end of last season MON saying that sometimes it can be worth selling a star player to finance an overall improvement in the squad.  I have no evidence to back this up but I have a suspicion that Milner was happy to stay but MON has decided to sell him and effectively forced him to move.  That would explain the strange press reports about Milner being furious that MON said he'd refused a new contract etc and for the money that's being talked about I have to say that it may be a positive move for us.  One thing's for sure, if I'm right then MON isn't about to come out and admit it publicly as many fans would react negatively.

I don't believe this at all.Milner has been completely sheepish and evasive since prior to the world cup when questioned about his future .If he wanted to stay he only had to say.He did the same to Newcastle why would he show us any more degree of loyalty

Are the players allowed to say anything though? Barry spoke to a paper and was punished for rule breaking.

i think they're allowed to say they're happy to play for Villa and express a bit of gratitude like Ash did

Perhaps Milner is happy to play for villa. Its just he'd be even happier to play for ManC.

[hollybobble]

I hate to bring a bit of poetic writing to the site but balls to Milner, he has a stupid face and can go fuck himself with a cucumber.

Giggled myself silly at this.

poor old cucumber whats he done to you?

[VillaAlways]

I remember towards the end of last season MON saying that sometimes it can be worth selling a star player to finance an overall improvement in the squad.  I have no evidence to back this up but I have a suspicion that Milner was happy to stay but MON has decided to sell him and effectively forced him to move.  That would explain the strange press reports about Milner being furious that MON said he'd refused a new contract etc and for the money that's being talked about I have to say that it may be a positive move for us.  One thing's for sure, if I'm right then MON isn't about to come out and admit it publicly as many fans would react negatively.

I don't believe this at all.Milner has been completely sheepish and evasive since prior to the world cup when questioned about his future .If he wanted to stay he only had to say.He did the same to Newcastle why would he show us any more degree of loyalty

Are the players allowed to say anything though? Barry spoke to a paper and was punished for rule breaking.

i think they're allowed to say they're happy to play for Villa and express a bit of gratitude like Ash did

Perhaps Milner is happy to play for villa. Its just he'd be even happier to play for ManC.

He can rot there for all I care along with Barry

[stevenjos]

Im amazed by the instant attacks on Milner even though we have heard nothing off him. Its Martin angling for the move to happen that's disgusted me.

[Mazrim]

How exactly has Martin angled for this move to happen, genius?

[Monty]

Im amazed by the instant attacks on Milner even though we have heard nothing off him. Its Martin angling for the move to happen that's disgusted me.

Because the player wants to leave and we can get cash plus a better player in return?

It's the opinion of many of us that Milner is making a seriously unwise decision. He has a good six months and all of a sudden he jumps ship. Now I'm not saying he owes us necessarily, but let's not forget that a few months ago he attributed his success to "being at a stable club with stable management". How is he going to get that at Man City?

He should also know that if he's being bought off no more than six months' worth of 'research' into him doesn't mean they understand him, which will lead to him not being used at his best, then being left out of the team. He should realise this. But he doesn't, so we're not happy with him. Bring on Ireland, I say.

[Slaphead]

I am a big Milner fan, I loved him when he was on loan and was happy with the fee we paid because I rate him.. but even I am happy he is going for that kind of fee! We will be a better team for selling him as long as MON buys the right players... that I don't trust! Carlton Cole  for Villa!

[LeeB]

Im amazed by the instant attacks on Milner even though we have heard nothing off him. Its Martin angling for the move to happen that's disgusted me.

That's because you're determined to be incensed by any decisions the manager makes.

Why on earth would you be 'disgusted' by the manager deciding that a ridiculous offer for a player was too good to turn down.

Who gives a shit what Milner thinks, we support Aston Villa not James "hit every branch on the way down" Milner.

[cheltenhamlion]

I can't muster the interest in this that I had in Lard Arse leaving. Rather like a parent "I am not angry James. Just very disappointed in you".

[Hookeysmith]

I can't muster the interest in this that I had in Lard Arse leaving. Rather like a parent "I am not angry James. Just very disappointed in you".

Totally my thoughts - he will lose out in the end (obviously not in his pocket)

[Risso]

Im amazed by the instant attacks on Milner even though we have heard nothing off him. Its Martin angling for the move to happen that's disgusted me.

That's because you're determined to be incensed by any decisions the manager makes.

Why on earth would you be 'disgusted' by the manager deciding that a ridiculous offer for a player was too good to turn down.

Who gives a shit what Milner thinks, we support Aston Villa not James "hit every branch on the way down" Milner.

I think "face like a robber's dog licking piss of a thistle" is a fairer description Lee.

[Olneythelonely]

Im amazed by the instant attacks on Milner even though we have heard nothing off him. Its Martin angling for the move to happen that's disgusted me.

That's because you're determined to be incensed by any decisions the manager makes.

Why on earth would you be 'disgusted' by the manager deciding that a ridiculous offer for a player was too good to turn down.

Who gives a shit what Milner thinks, we support Aston Villa not James "hit every branch on the way down" Milner.

I think "face like a robber's dog licking piss of a thistle" is a fairer description Lee.

Or "face caught fire and someone put it out with a baseball bat".

[LeeB]

Im amazed by the instant attacks on Milner even though we have heard nothing off him. Its Martin angling for the move to happen that's disgusted me.

That's because you're determined to be incensed by any decisions the manager makes.

Why on earth would you be 'disgusted' by the manager deciding that a ridiculous offer for a player was too good to turn down.

Who gives a shit what Milner thinks, we support Aston Villa not James "hit every branch on the way down" Milner.

I think "face like a robber's dog licking piss of a thistle" is a fairer description Lee.

"A face that looks like it's been set on fire and put out with a golf shoe" is probably on the money.

[Mazrim]

He has a face like Les Dawson licking battery acid off Dawn French's 6 day funk filled sweaty underboobs.

[Toronto Villa]

He has a face like Les Dawson licking battery acid off Dawn French's 6 day funk filled sweaty underboobs.

both charming and accurate