The latest Raheem Sterling transfer news has revealed that Napoli and Juventus are interested in the wantaway winger.
Sterling is surplus to requirements at Chelsea having spent last season on loan at London rivals Arsenal. During his time at the Emirates, the 30-year-old made just 13 starts in all competitions and featured just 28 times in total.
During his disappointing spell with the Gunners, Sterling scored just one goal and five assists for Mikel Arteta’s side. Now, the 82-cap England international could be set to leave Stamford Bridge on a permanent deal.
Raheem Sterling Transfer News
With multiple Serie A teams keeping tabs on Raheem Sterling, it has emerged that Juventus and Napoli are leading the way for his signature.
Milan had also shown an interest, viewing Sterling as a replacement for Rafael Leao. However, it appears the Portuguese international looks like he’ll be staying at the San Siro.
USMNT star Tim Weah is on the brink of completing a move to Marseille. Therefore, increasing the Old Lady‘s need for a wideman who can fill the void.
Gli Azzurri has been very active in the summer window and head coach Antonio Conte wants more additions at the Maradona Stadium.
Sterling has been shortlisted in case a deal for Bologna’s Dan Ndoye doesn’t materialize. Man United and Nottingham Forest are also keen on the Swiss star.
Raheem Sterling Price Tag
According to sports broadcaster Ben Jacobs, Raheem Sterling will be allowed to leave Chelsea for €23million. The 30-year-old has seen his stock fall dramatically since his glory days at Man City.
Sterling was one of the Cityzens best players under the stewardship of Pep Guardiola. The Jamaican-born star was a regular scorer at the Etihad and won a plethora of trophies.
Since moving to Chelsea in 2022, Sterling struggled for minutes and saw his form dwindle as a result. However, a move to Serie A could provide the perfect remedy to finish his career on a high note.
Both Juventus and Napoli can offer UCL soccer in 2025-26 and Sterling will afford more game time than if he was to stay in the Premier League.
There is very little interest in Sterling from English top-flight clubs and after the success of other Brits in Serie A in recent years, it’s an avenue worth considering.
Raheem Sterling Career Stats
With a switch to Italy becoming increasingly likely on offshore sportsbooks, Raheem Sterling will certainly bring a wealth of experience with him.
Across his senior club career for Liverpool, Man City, Chelsea and Arsenal, Sterling has scored an impressive 174 goals from 577 appearances. He has also registered 124 assists.
In terms of trophies, the 30-year-old winger has won four English Premier League titles as well as five EFL Cups and one FA Cup.
At international level, Sterling has won 82 England caps and scored 20 goals. He famously scored a hat-trick as the Three Lions thrashed the Czech Republic 5-0 in a Euro 2020 qualifier.
Sterling was also part of the roster as Gareth Southgate’s side lost the European Championship final to Italy in 2021. His last goal came in the 2022 World Cup when he netted the third in a 6-2 thrashing against Iran.
