Raheem Sterling (Liverpool > Man City)

I'm serious when I compare him to Iniesta these days. Once upon a time Iniesta was a quite wasteful youngster playing on the wings.

He's direct and has pace, two things defenders don't like, but he's got so much more to his game too, his movement and technique are good, he's got goals in his game and most importantly, he's starting to dominate seasoned professionals as he did youngsters for the reserves, he has the talent to be as good as he wants to be, he just needs to keep his feet on the ground and continue his development as a footballer, preferably without some of the nonsense and distractions he's had in his private life.

Such a pleasure watching him turn it on at senior level like he did in the Academy.  To watch him now you'd think he'd been playing at this level for years and was at the peak of his ability but there's still so much more to come from him.

So exciting to see how much he's come on over the last 18 months and it's fu**ing scary how good he could turn out to be.

Could quite literally be a World Class footballer this kid. It's rare that one so young plays with his head up as much as he does, he gas all the talent in the world. Much of the stuff in his game which needs improving is simply a question of practice (shooting, crossing etc) but his game picture (which can't be taught) is top class.

Far more than a flying winger this lad. Last season I compared him to SWP at City. I was wrong. Great technique and puts a shift in, in both attack and defence.

Young Player of the Season.

Raheem has improved such a lot this season, think he will be in the world cup. Close to a complete player works well with saurez.

Is turning in to an excellent footballer, and since returning to the team has been in outstanding form.

Should have started yesterday. Was a bit worried it would shake his confidence a bit suddenly being on the bench after starting 15 games in a row was it? Responded well though and made a massive impact as soon as he came on.

He's direct and has pace, two things defenders don't like, but he's got so much more to his game too, his movement and technique are good, he's got goals in his game and most importantly, he's starting to dominate seasoned professionals as he did youngsters for the reserves, he has the talent to be as good as he wants to be, he just needs to keep his feet on the ground and continue his development as a footballer, preferably without some of the nonsense and distractions he's had in his private life.

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This,
Can't say anymore tbh, he's 19 ff's, 19,
The lad has simply been superb, a lot of praise tho has to go to Brendan, for putting his arm around him, for believing in him, for putting the confidence in him,
What I'm impressed with is how versatile he is and how comfortable he is wherever he plays,
I think he can become world class , he certainly has the attributes.

Keep your head young man , you have the world at your feet, stay loyal and you will flourish, just look at your skipper.

Ynwa

Like others have stated, definitely a contender for young player of the season.

His starting to add goals to his game, which is brilliant as it seemed to be the only thing he was lacking. His strong, pacey and at the moment clinical, if he can keep this up he will definitely be a standout player for the club.

Still not sure what his most effective position is though, he seems to make brilliant runs coming from the right hand side going along the line, however he seems to be very capable out on the left flank when cutting in and making space for others around him. Guess it just shows his class. Plus his a handy right back when needed.

Raheeemeeeoooooo!!! What an impact sub he was, couldn't have asked for more.

Was very interesting to see him play more central especially given his size. He played upfront in the derby last year away, but this was another kettle of fish, being deeper in midfield. He has performed well now in a few different positions this season - RWF, LWF, AMF, RB. Arguably the only position he didn't do the best in was RWB, but that was during his quiet spell! And we still won the game

Hopefully Hazard is only considered for Senior Player of the Year, so that Sterling has a good shot at winning the Young Player of the Year.

Hopefully Hazard is only considered for Senior Player of the Year, so that Sterling has a good shot at winning the Young Player of the Year.

Weirdly I think he has a very good chance of winning it due to the fact he's English 

Raheeemeeeoooooo!!! What an impact sub he was, couldn't have asked for more.

Was very interesting to see him play more central especially given his size. He played upfront in the derby last year away, but this was another kettle of fish, being deeper in midfield. He has performed well now in a few different positions this season - RWF, LWF, AMF, RB. Arguably the only position he didn't do the best in was RWB, but that was during his quiet spell! And we still won the game

Hopefully Hazard is only considered for Senior Player of the Year, so that Sterling has a good shot at winning the Young Player of the Year.

Unfortunately I'm of the belief that Hazard meets the age criteria for Young Player of the Year. I think the age limit is 23 and Hazard is currently 23, if Wikipedia is to be believed then he only turned 23 in January too.

Unfortunately I'm of the belief that Hazard meets the age criteria for Young Player of the Year. I think the age limit is 23 and Hazard is currently 23, if Wikipedia is to be believed then he only turned 23 in January too.

Does that mean Danny qualifies too then?

Luis has senior player of the year wrapped up. Even with the FA bias.

It's out of Raheem, Hazard and Danny for the young player of the year. Maybe Luke Shaw too because he's English.

This kid is amazing. His return to form has been nothing short of brilliant and it's through his own hard work. If he keep him for his career he'll be a Liverpool legend.

The lad is flying...Keep it going Raheem, only 10 games to go...keep smashing them.

Can anyone tell me what his goal celebration is about?

The lad is flying...Keep it going Raheem, only 10 games to go...keep smashing them.

Can anyone tell me what his goal celebration is about?

Looks like the Gaza sign to me.

Can't believe players aged 23 are considered for young player of the year. Should be under 21s IMO.

The lad is flying...Keep it going Raheem, only 10 games to go...keep smashing them.

Can anyone tell me what his goal celebration is about?

He's only just seen Alien and he loves the facehuggers?

Has come on so much in a year, almost an unbelievable rise. Huge credit to Raheem, but also Brendan. He has his card marked from day 1, as seen in the glorified documentary, and Raheem seems to have responded it to it in a good manner.

Best young player of the year for me.

I think Raheem has definitely stepped up a level this season. He still needs to work on his finishing, but he is using his pace much more intelligently now.

Well done Raheem even despite the dinosaur tactics of Hogdson still MOTM.