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Southgate: Sterling has the making of a future England captain

England manager Gareth Southgate has said Raheem Sterling has what it takes to be a future international captain.

Sterling is one of England's most in-form players, having netted three goals in a 5-0 win over the Czech Republic on Friday.

The Man City star has become a key influence on England's next generation of stars, with Jadon Sancho among those hailing the 24-year-old's example.

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Speaking ahead of England's Euro 2020 qualifier at Montenegro, Southgate said he believes Sterling is naturally developing into one of England's leaders.