And he will be keen to help Albion cause an FA Cup upset at Anfield.
Record-equalling Milner faces two of his old clubs this week and he put in a good shift at Villa after going on midway through the first half.
Albion boss Fabian Hurzeler said: “It’s a big week for him but I think I speak for James that he will always put the team first.
For him, the success of the club, the success of the team is the highest you can achieve.
“Although it’s a very special moment for him, yesterday he puts the team first.
“He spoke to the team. He was a role again regarding his discipline, regarding his effort and his main thing is always that he wants that the club is successful.
“It’s also here at Brighton, that he always tried what is best for the club, what is best for the individual players.
“So therefore, it’s a pleasure to work with him and we’re all happy to have him in our squad.
“Not only as a player, also as a person.”
Milner was given a very brief outing in the league game at Anfield in December and was warmly welcomed back by home fans.
It remains to be seen what part he plays in the cup return.
Jack Hinshelwood, despite his unfortunate own goal, was lively in midfield at Villa and Matt O’Riley is an option.
Fatigue is not likely to be a problem for Carlos Baleba given his early exit at Villa.