Milner wants return to Leeds

The under-21 international is looking forward to playing at his old ground again on Friday, when England u21 take on their Austrian counterparts.

Milner spoke to Sky Sports News earlier, stating that "I think representing your country is always a big occasion and one to look forward to. To play at your home town club again is great and to play at Elland Road. Hopefully we will get a win. The atmosphere is always great and it is a great stadium to play in. I'm really looking forward to it."

Milner is a life-long Leeds United fan and is excited about the prospect of joining up with former youth team graduate Aaron Lennon.

"Aaron's always been a quality player and he has shown that again this week. He is back in The Premiership again. The players they have got down at Tottenham - they have got a big squad of quality players - training with those players every week can only make him a better player."

Peter Whittingham and Luke Moore will also be appearing for the under 21s on Friday. Liam Ridgewell has withdrawn with a slight knee injury.