Sterling proving his worth

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The winger, 17, impressed throughout the age groups since arriving from QPR in 2010 and the clamour for him to be allowed to bring some life into the Liverpool side grew and grew under Kenny Dalglish last season.

The clip of Rodgers chiding the youngster for saying “steady” to the manager on a pre-season trip to the United States added weight to those that like to smirk at the Irishman’s proclamations and methods.