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Manchester City
Raheem Sterling
Sterling, amidst much controversy off the pitch this year, shone at the Russia World Cup and also has been a major factor in Manchester City's record-breaking league title win in 17/18.
Moreover, in 18/19, he has been a pivotal player in his side's Premier League retention campaign. Yes, they currently sit (as of matchday 19) behind Liverpool. But they have been boosted by Sterling's goals, and his overall contribution to the attacking play of Pep Guardiola's team.
Sterling, whilst also calling out racism which he believes is media-driven, has not let these dark moments faze nor limit his game, and he is fast-emerging as a world-class talent in the English national side, and the Premier League overall. He showed this potential at Liverpool, but in the dominant side of Pep Guardiola, Sterling has really come into his own, and showing the potential he expressed at Anfield. The fact he can do this amongst much media and fan hatred is telling of his character and stature as a player.
Honourable mentions:
Sergio "Kun" Aguero
Kevin de Bruyne
John Stones
David Silva
Leroy Sane
Ederson
