The Star ­ Monday
Date: 05.10.2015
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Man City have more experienced players than Liverpool, says Sterling
RAHEEM Sterling was surprised
at the step up in training after his
controversial move from Liverpool
to Manchester City.
The £49m (Sh7.7bn) forward has
had an impressive start to life at the
Etihad Stadium. The England star
has netted twice for his new club
this campaign, his goalscoring just
one of an array of talents that have
delighted his new fans. He puts part
of his bright start down to what he
sees as a gulf between Liverpool
and City's players.
"The tempo, the passing, the
two­touch movement in training; it's
really surprised me. It's really sharp,
really good to be involved in. There
are more experienced players here,"
said Sterling "Obviously, Liverpool
had many great players as well but
the players here have been at the
highest level for many years and
you can definitely see that on the
training pitch."
Sterling's summer switch caused
a huge furore after Liverpool had
nurtured him to become one of the
world's most exciting young talents.
But he rejects the common
wisdom of his leaving Anfield under
a cloud.
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