Dalglish treading carefully with Sterling

Last updated : 30 March 2012 By Adam Bryant

The 17-year-old made his debut in last weekend's home defeat by Wigan, but fans are calling for him to get more chances to prove himself.

"We need to have common sense and make sure we do a professional job on any of the kids coming in," said Dalglish.

"Anybody who comes here must have a chance of being a professional footballer, but he's got a much better chance if we face reality. We've got to be realistic with him.

"At the same time we've got to be appreciative and realise it doesn't matter what age they are if they're good enough.

"But there is a bit of time to go yet on all of the kids. Last year we threw in Jack Robbo and Flanno and it never fazed them, but physically they were a bit stronger than Raheem. Every case is going to be different."