Top 5 wingers in the world right now

Modified Dec 01, 2018 04:22 GMT

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#4. Raheem Sterling

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Since the arrival of Pep Guardiola, Raheem Sterling became one of the most improved players in the Premier League. The Manchester City winger played a huge role for Guardiola and his side in their record breaking PL title win last season. His pace and direct style have troubled most opponents in the league this season.

The 23-year-old has scored 7 goals and assisted 6 more for Manchester City in just 11 appearances this campaign. Sterling has been incredible for Manchester City. The winger's pace, vision, dribbling abilities and finishing are just scintillating for the oppositions to bear. He has been playing an important role for Pep Guardiola this season as well as Man City look to retain their Premier League title.

Pep Guardiola has transformed him into a world-class player and helped him to develop various facets of the game. He is more composed, his decision making has improved, and his anticipation on a whole has bettered . Sterling still is just 23 years of age, and by the looks of it, has the potential to be one of the best in the world.

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