James Milner rose through the academy ranks making his senior debut at the age of just 16 when in November 2002 he became the second youngest player to appear in the English top flight. He broke hearts after being for forced to depart for Newcastle United amid the financial crisis in LS11 following relegation from the Premier League in 2004. He made 54 appearances for the club in total before his exit, scoring five goals in the process. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
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Tottenham Hotspur's Matthew Etherington skips past James Milner during the Premiership clash at Elland Road in April 2003. The game ended 2-2. Photo: Getty
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James Milner holds the ball up from York City's Andrew Jordan during the pre-season friendly at Bootham Crescent in July 2003. The game ended in a 1-1 draw. Photo: Getty
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James Milner clashes with Manchester United's Darren Fletcher during the Premiership clash at Elland Road in October 2003. Photo: Getty
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James Milner tackles Liverpool's Steve Finnan during the Premiership clash at Anfield in October 2003. The Whites lost 3-1. Photo: Getty
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James Milner challenges Jay Jay Okocha during Leeds United's Premiership clash against Bolton Wanderers at Elland Road in November 2003. Photo: Getty
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James Milner and teammate Jermaine Pennant celebrate after their Premiership win against Charlton Athletic at The Valley in November 2003. Photo: Getty