Michael Owen had a prolific start to his career at Liverpool, but there was a swift decline following his Anfield exit. His prolific Liverpool form saw Owen clinch the Ballon d’Or in 2001, becoming the second-youngest winner behind Ronaldo. Are you confident Liverpool will beat Newcastle United this weekend? Jamie Carragher compares Raheem Sterling to Michael OwenLike Owen, Raheem Sterling got his senior start at Anfield before being sold to Manchester City in 2015. He explained: “Like another former team-mate of mine, Michael Owen, Sterling was one of Liverpool’s most valuable assets before his 18th birthday.