Sterling set to leave Liverpool

It is understood the 20-year-old England international winger will make a decision about his future by the end of this week, when he is due to meet with manager Brendan Rodgers and chief executive Ian Ayre.

After the meeting, it will become clear whether he intends to stay at Anfield, or leave the club. 

Sky sources say it is because he feels the club have tried to bully him into signing a new contract - and that he does not think they have protected him from negative headlines.

Sterling is also angry that details of earlier contract offers have been leaked. 

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