Sterling, who now plays for Dutch side Feyenoord, came through QPR’s academy before joining Liverpool as a teenager.
He later enjoyed major success at Manchester City, winning four Premier League titles, five Carabao Cups and the FA Cup.
He has also won 82 caps for England, scoring 20 goals.
In a statement, Hampshire Police said: “Just before 9am on Thursday, we received reports that a Lamborghini was in collision with barriers on the M3 southbound, close to the Minley Interchange.
“No other vehicles were involved and no injuries were reported.
“The driver, a 31-year-old man, from Berkshire, has been arrested on suspicion of driving a vehicle whilst unfit through drugs, driving dangerously, possession of a Class C drug and failing to provide a specimen.
“He has been bailed while our enquiries continue.”
