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Man City's Sterling could go down as an all-time Premier League great - Cole

Raheem Sterling could become one of the greatest Premier League players of all time if he continues to perform for Manchester City, insists former England international Joe Cole.

The 24-year-old is enjoying an excellent spell with the English champions, having netted 30 times since the beginning of last season.

Sterling put in another impressive performance on Sunday in City's 6-0 thrashing of Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium when he scored twice as Pep Guardiola's team moved top of the league.

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And Cole has been mightily impressed by his displays on the wing, telling the Premier League's official website: "I think he's turned himself into a top, top player.