Sterling then was signed by Rafa Benitez at Liverpool as a 15-year-old, for a fee believed to be in the region of £600,000, but that figure has risen dramatically as a result of Sterling's progress with the Reds.
The 20-year-old has developed into one of the most exciting players in the top flight and is now a key figure for both club and country.
His breakthrough in the Liverpool first team over the past few years have led to serious interest from the likes of Real Madrid, Manchester City and Arsenal.