Manuel Pellegrini: Raheem Sterling amongst the elite

Manuel Pellegrini last night hailed Raheem Sterling as “one of the best attacking players in world football” after the 20-year-old finally completed his big-money move to Manchester City from Liverpool.

Sterling , who will wear the number seven shirt, has become the club’s record signing and the most expensive English footballer ever after sealing a move which will be worth up to £49 million (€70m).

A statement released on City’s website read: “Manchester City are delighted to announce Raheem Sterling has joined the club on a five-year deal.