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James Milner deal 'will attract more players to Liverpool'

Mark Lawrenson predicts that Liverpool will be able to attract more players to the club after signing James Milner.

Mark Lawrenson has suggested that Liverpool's signing of James Milner will attract more top players to Anfield.

The England international moved to the Merseyside club on a free transfer after five seasons at Manchester City.

Reds legend Lawrenson believes that recruiting Milner is a positive statement, if Liverpool look to add more players to their ranks.

He told the Liverpool Echo: "They'll see him choose Liverpool above staying at City, and take that as a sign there must be positive vibes coming from Anfield. It's still a place to be.

"Milner's arrival suggest Fenway Sports Group are relaxing their transfer policy slightly, although no doubt the blow has been softened by not having to pay a fee for a 29-year-old.

"But look at Chelsea. They have experience players right through the heart of their team, and if someone is a regular performer like Milner is, it doesn't matter how old they are."

Liverpool finished sixth in the 2014-15 Premier League table, eight points behind fourth-placed Manchester United.

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