Combined Best XI: Arsenal vs. Manchester City

By Larry Henry | Apr 1, 2017

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 18: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal (R) is put under pressure from Leroy Sane of Manchester City (L) during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on December 18, 2016 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) /

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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – MARCH 19: Raheem Sterling of Manchester City in action during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Liverpool at Etihad Stadium on March 19, 2017 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Matthew Ashton – AMA/Getty Images) /

Right Midfielder – Raheem Sterling

Sterling has definitely stepped up his game in his second season in Manchester and continues to be an irreplaceable player. The 22-year-old has netted nine goals in all competitions, but his 14 assists is truly surprising. Like Sane, Sterling loves to take on opposing defenders and uses his pace to his advantage. Sometimes his decision-making in front of goal isn’t the best, but he is still a vital player for Manchester City’s future. Under Guardiola, I expect Sterling’s game to grow even more as he continues to become a well-rounded player.