Raheem Sterling hopes new Manchester City team-mate Jack Grealish can help increase his goal tally

Raheem Sterling hopes that Jack Grealish's arrival at Manchester City will increase his goal total.After the British record 100m move to the Etihad Stadium by former Aston Villa captain, the 26-year old is eager to link up with Grealish, his England team-mate.Sterling scored just 14 goals in all competitions last season for Pep Guardiola's team - 17 less than in the 2019/20 campaign. However, Grealish and Sterling are looking for more.Sterling stated, "They have signed an outstanding player and someone who wants to prove himself at a high level." Sterling stated, "I don’t believe there is a better team for him to do that."Image: Grealish made Manchester City his debut on Saturday in the Community Shield loss to LeicesterHe is a player who always wants the ball, gets in good pockets and is creative."It adds a creative player to the team, which I am really excited about. I hope he can add some more goals to mine.Tottenham HotspurSunday, 15 August in Manchester"When you have good players in your team, it is always a positive thing." I think he can have a tremendous career here.Sterling's form was not as good last season, but he was one the standout performers for England during their run to Euro 2020.He feels refreshed after a long break and is now ready to face the new Premier League campaign.Image: Sterling claims he is "raring" to get back to his full fitness after the summer breakSterling stated, "It's great to be back. Although the first few days can be a little rusty, it is still great to be back. After a wonderful summer vacation, I'm ready to return to training.It is exciting, and it is a season I look forward to. I'm excited to see the season unfold.Champions City will defend their title against Tottenham live on Sky Sports on Sunday.Sterling stated, "We enjoyed being champions but it is over. It is over. We are not going back to last year's winning season."We know what to do. We have to get out there fast and play our football. That is the most important thing.