Liverpool forward Raheem Sterling has shelved contract talks until the end of the season . The development casts further doubt over the England international ’ s long-term future at Anfield . Sterling has been locked in talks over a contract extension for several months but the 20-year-old has told club officials he wants to focus on the remainder of Liverpool ’ s Premier League season and on winning the FA Cup . Liverpool forward Raheem Sterling has postponed talks over a new contract until the end of the season . The development casts further doubt over the England international ’ s long-term future at Anfield . Appearances this season : 39 . Goals : 10 . The news will be met with anxiety by club chiefs , who are desperate to secure Sterling on a long-term deal and the next round of talks , when they recommence in the summer , will be critical , with his existing £35,000-per-week deal expiring in 2017 . Given Sterling ’ s status as one of Europe ’ s top emerging talents , Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are watching on closely . Likewise , Premier League clubs will also enter the race if it becomes clear Sterling is available . Liverpool ace Sterling has been locked in talks over a contract extension for several months now . Sterling has told club officials he wants to focus on the remainder of Liverpool ’ s Premier League season . Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are keeping a very close eye on the talented Liverpool youngster . Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers claims Sterling has been offered an ‘ incredible deal ’ — which is understood to be close to £100,000-per-week . Rodgers has previously insisted Sterling is close to putting pen to paper , but as it stands there is no agreement . The Anfield boss has called the Jamaican-born forward the best young player in Europe and is under increasing pressure to ensure the club keep their jewel in the crown . Whether Liverpool finish in the top four is likely to be a factor in Sterling ’ s decision . The pacy attacker is said to have been offered a deal worth close to £100,000 per week to stay at Anfield . Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is keen to tie down the 20-year-old to a new contract at Anfield . Liverpool manager Rodgers has described the Jamaican-born forward as the best young player in Europe .
Raheem Sterling has put contract talks on sale until the end of the season . Liverpool are said to have offered the youngster close to £ ##3 - week . But ##ley has told fans he wants to concentrate on his football . Bayern managers and Real managers have been keeping pressure on the 20-year - old .