However, at Old Trafford, he would become the clubs No. t short of faith in Defoe — and said on ?Sunday he would have bet his house on him marking his England return with a goal. aniaRex Features4Raheem Sterling had complained of a back problem prior to winning his 30th England capRex Features4England boss Gareth Southgate revealed that he had withdrawn the star to protect his backSterlings availability will be a huge plus for the Citizens. He also scored a superb solo goal in a friendly against Russia on Friday. Normally a left winger, Perisic can play in a more advanced role off the main striker, on the right-hand side or through the middle. The Blues have reportedly agreed a £35million deal with Monaco for the defensive midfielder. He and his brother, Mathias, had lots of time for one another when they went up against each other in Europe. He was involved in a high profile blunder against rivals Chelsea. I want to feel like there is competition in this teamI am a competitor, I am a champion. 9; £35m fee with Monaco for midfield star Tiemoue Bakayoko on lucrative five-year dealREAL PAIGE-TURNErWWE leaked sex tape saga hots up as MORE raunchy videos and pics of ex-champ Paige are shared onlineX-RATED SHOCKERPaige sex tape bombshell as fans express outrage at 'sex act over WWE championship belt' The 6ft 3in Patricio was a key performer for Portugal in their victorious Euro 2016 campaign last summer.