Raheem Sterling would prefer to stay in London this summer if possible and is thought to have interest from three clubs according to reports.
Sterling’s career has been on a steady decline since he joined Chelsea from Manchester City for £50m back in 2022.
The England international has had a difficult time at Stamford Bridge, and was even booed by Chelsea supporters during Mauricio Pochettino’s time in charge.
It was made clear Sterling wasn’t part of the plans under Enzo Maresca, but it appeared he was set to spend at least six months on the sidelines, before he completed a deadline day loan move to Arsenal.
Sterling didn’t make an impact in north London as his struggles continued, and he managed just one goal in 28 appearances in all competitions.
The 30-year-old has since returned to Chelsea where he’s training with the infamous “bomb squad,” with Chelsea hoping to get £20m for Sterling.
More important than any transfer fee for the Blues will be getting his reported wages of in excess of £300,000 per week off the books.
Sterling was reportedly offered to Italian champions Napoli , but there’s now less than two weeks left in the window to find a solution.
However, Mail Sport have reported Sterling’s preference is to remain in London if possible, and there’s understood to be interest from West Ham, Fulham and Crystal Palace.
The report also adds Turkish giants Galatasaray and German outfit Bayer Leverkusen have also shown an interest in the winger.
Sterling isn’t the only high earner Chelsea are looking to move on before the window closes, with Ben Chilwell also in that category.
Chilwell spent the second half of last season on loan at Crystal Palace, where he was part of the squad which won the FA Cup.
However, Palace have decided not to sign him permanently, and Chelsea are reportedly struggling to attract suitors for Chilwell.
How much Chelsea would want for Chilwell remains to be seen, but a solution needs to be found quickly as the left back needs to go and play football.
