Chelsea are ready to offload winger Raheem Sterling and will now accept a fee in the region of £20 million for the England international.
Chelsea Set £20 Million Price Tag for Raheem Sterling
The club has deemed the 30-year-old surplus to requirements as new manager Enzo Maresca looks to reshape his squad before the transfer deadline.
Sterling’s situation at Stamford Bridge has become increasingly uncertain. After an unimpressive loan spell at Arsenal last season, he has returned to find himself completely out of the first-team picture.
The club is now pushing for a permanent sale to remove his significant wages from their books.
The former Manchester City star reportedly prefers to remain in London, which has alerted several local Premier League sides.
West Ham United, Fulham, and Crystal Palace have all registered interest in signing the experienced forward. Turkish club Besiktas has also inquired about his availability.
Chelsea’s co-owner Behdad Eghbali was recently spotted at Craven Cottage, fueling speculation that talks with Fulham may already be underway.
While a permanent sale is Chelsea’s preferred outcome, the high value of Sterling’s remaining contract means a loan move has not been completely ruled out.
Sterling is not the only player expected to leave. The futures of Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku are also uncertain, with Bayern Munich showing interest.
Defenders Ben Chilwell and Axel Disasi are also among the group of players Chelsea are willing to sell as the September 1st deadline approaches.
