5 Manchester City players who impressed the most in the Premier League season

# 2 Raheem Sterling

Manchester City v Watford FC - Premier League

Raheem Sterling was at the top of the game in the 2017-18 Premier League season and in the current season too, the England international has continued with his fine run of form. The 24-year-old has outsmarted the best defenses in the league with his deceptive moves.

Sterling has operated quite well at the flanks and has always been a smooth operator during set pieces too. He has combined efficiently with the likes of Sergio Aguero and Gabriel Jesus in the forward line. The England international has regularly showcased his class with some elegant finishes and clever passes.

He had been Pep Guardiola’s go to man right throughout the season during crunch situations. The elegant midfielder has netted 15 goals in 28 Premier League games in the current season with 11 assists to his name.

Sterling has also registered three goals and three assists in eight Champions League games this season. He has always been praised for his ability to adapt and play both as a winger and an attacking midfielder.

His last-minute goal against Schalke 04 in their 2nd leg of the pre-quarter game of the Champions League helped the side register a 3-2 win over the German club and gain a significant advantage.

The striker has shown great improvement over the last few seasons and has been a vital cog for the Etihad outfit. In the 2018-19 Season, Sterling has been used as forward which has provided a lot of bite in Manchester City forward line.

The former Liverpool player has shown tremendous character on the field and has looked technically strong for the Etihad outfit. He has been instrumental in holding the midfield together and played a supporting role for the forward line over the last couple of years.

Pep Guardiola has played a crucial role in bringing the best out of him by motivating him for his consistency. Rival defenses have found it tough to deal with Sterling's unorthodox moves. and his presence infuses a lot of stability in the forward line.

He has always been appreciated for his ability to keep the ball in possession and open up the opposition's defense with his speed and his control. The English International is extremely adept at winning the ball back from the opposition.