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Sterling still adjusting to new Liverpool role

Liverpool midfielder Raheem Sterling says he's still adjusting to his new striker's role.

The 20-year-old England international has scored four goals in eight matches since he was given the responsibility of leading the line against Manchester United in mid-December.

"It is a role I am learning and adapting to, but that is something if you want to be a good player you have to adapt to different positions, and that is something I am keen on doing," he said.

"When I get in front of goal sometimes I get a bit excited thinking I've done it all, but now I am keeping focused and trying to get my game to the next level and chip in with more goals and assists.

"I have personal targets but I don't want to share them in case I don't reach them, but I always set myself goals and standards I want to meet and that is no different this season.

"I don't know about a target man role but I like to get on the ball as much as possible. As long as it is not too high in the air I will try to fight for the ball.

"It is good to play with players like Adam Lallana and Philippe Coutinho, who gets on the ball and tries to create stuff.

"It is always a joy to be running in and being on the receiving end and trying to finish their great play."

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