Sterling hailed as an ‘inspiration’ to youth

Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling has been hailed as an “inspiration” to young players after being voted the 2019 Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers’ Association.

The England international topped the poll of the 400-strong FWA membership as a clear winner, with 62% of the votes. He was more than 100 ahead of Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk.