Raheem Sterling could be on his way out of Manchester City amid interest from Chelsea. Despite making 47 appearances in all competitions this season, the 27-year-old is unhappy at being left out of some big games and appears to be open to a move away from the Etihad Stadium.
Sterling’s contract is up in 2023 and he’s not close to putting pen to paper on an extension, so he may have played his final game under Pep Guardiola. Danny Mills doesn’t understand why Sterling would be sold, however, saying on talkSPORT: “I think he’s a terrific player who’s nearly a good fit for any team.
“He’s adds goals, he adds pace. I find it strange, unless he’s got silly demands, that he’s not staying. He’s got a phenomonal goals output, he’s had success and played a major part in that. There was a time where Pep wouldn’t leave him out.”
Sterling has made 339 appearances in all competitions since joining City from Liverpool in 2015, scoring 131 goals with 95 assists. The England international, who’s scored 19 goals with 25 assists from 77 caps, has been a terrific servant for the Sky Blues but may want a new challenge.
Chelsea aren’t a step up on the career ladder, however, so Sterling risks losing out on silverware next season to be handed a few extra starts. The Londoners won’t land his signature unless they match his asking price, however.
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