Sterling leaves Chelsea by mutual consent

"Raheem Sterling has left Chelsea by mutual consent after reaching an agreement to end his contract early. The 31-year-old had 18 months remaining on his 325,000aweek deal. Sterling leaves after three-and-a-half seasons at Stamford Bridge following his move from Manchester City for 47.5m in 2022. "We thank Raheem for the contribution he made while a Chelsea player and wish him well for the next stage in his career," Chelsea said. The England international made 81 appearances for the Blues but had not played a competitive match for Chelsea since May 2024."

"He had been training separately with the socalled "bomb squad" at the club's Cobham base after failing to secure a move in the summer. Several clubs, including Juventus and Bayer Leverkusen, explored a deal for the England winger, while a potential switch to Fulham did not materialise. It is understood that Sterling, who started his professional career at Liverpool and has won 13 trophies in total, is keen to remain in London but is open to playing anywhere, either at home or abroad."

Raheem Sterling departed Chelsea by mutual consent with 18 months remaining on his 325,000aweek contract after three-and-a-half seasons and a £47.5m move from Manchester City in 2022. The England winger made 81 appearances and scored 19 times for Chelsea but did not play a competitive match after May 2024. He trained separately with the socalled "bomb squad" after failing to secure a summer move. Juventus and Bayer Leverkusen explored deals and a potential Fulham switch collapsed. Sterling spent last season on loan at Arsenal and is open to moves in London or abroad.

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