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  • Why I had to leave Man City – Sterling

    Why I had to leave Man City – Sterling

    Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling has revealed why left Premier League defending champions Manchester City.

    He said, “As a person, you strive to achieve. I felt my playing-time at City was being limited for different reasons and I couldn’t afford to waste time. When I look back I didn’t want to see a decline and I want to keep that level.

    “Since the age of 17, I have been a regular starter. But to get to a peak time in my career to and be playing as regular was something I didn’t want to accept. I tried to fight and change the scenario but it didn’t come.

    “At first, I had a few options but this was the one that was tailor-made for my personal goals. It made a lot of sense for my family and with the direction of the club. They have been in four or five finals in the last few years and it made a lot of sense.

    “I have a lot of memories and top moments at City but in the year and a bit that I was in and out of the team it made me value a lot of things. It was difficult and my kids went to school there but it’s one of those things in life where you have to make the right decision for yourself and your family.”

  • Why Sterling should become Chelsea’s captain – Sinclair

    Why Sterling should become Chelsea’s captain – Sinclair

    Former QPR star Trevor Sinclair says Raheem Sterling should take the Chelsea captaincy.

    Chelsea are likely to be seeking a new captain as Cesar Azpilicueta pushes to leave for Barcelona.

    Sinclair told talkSPORT: “I think Sterling should go in at Chelsea and become the captain.

    “If you look at it, he’s vice-captain of England and the only person who you can say has more experience than him is Thiago Silva and he’s getting on.

    “You can’t build your team around someone who might be leaving at the end of the season.

    “Everyone looks up to him. You hear young players all the time talking about how Sterling did this and how he helped them with that.

    “I think he could go in and be a great captain for Chelsea. He could lead that team to something very special.”

    He also described Sterling as “a winner, and somebody who never gives up.”

    Sinclair added: “Chelsea are desperate for an out-and-out winger.

    “They’ve got a lot of No.10s and very ‘samey’ players, but with Sterling you know what you’re getting – a player who will get chalk on his heels, get players in a one-on-one situation, take them on and get crosses and shots into the box.”

  • I gave his name to Todd straight away – Tuchel on Sterling signing

    I gave his name to Todd straight away – Tuchel on Sterling signing

    Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel says new owner Todd Boehly backed him in their pursuit of former Manchester City attacker Raheem Sterling.

    Tuchel was quick to pinpoint the City man who, with just a year left on his contract, was keen to secure regular first-team football.

    “I gave his name to Todd straight away,” he explains. “He’s horrible to play against, horrible. The main point is his intensity and the amount of repetition of intensity that he delivers. This is simply outstanding over the last years.

    “He caused huge trouble when he played against us and once you dig in deeper into his data and not only statistics in his goal involvements, it’s outstanding.

    “It’s exactly what we need to raise the level of our players. That’s why we are so sure and that’s why he was, for us, top of the list.”

  • Raheem Sterling announces Man City exit

    Raheem Sterling announces Man City exit

    Raheem Sterling has announced he’s leaving Manchester City ahead of moving to Chelsea.

    The 27-year-old’s £50m move to Premier League rivals Chelsea is expected in the next 24 hours.

    The England forward issued a heartfelt goodbye message to his former team-mates and the club’s staff and fans on his social media account.

    “I arrived in Manchester a 20-year-old. Today, I leave as a man,” said Sterling.

    “Seven seasons, 11 major trophies, a lifetime of memories.”

    City signed Sterling from Liverpool in a £49m deal in 2015. He went on to score 131 goals in 339 games, winning four Premier League titles.

    Capped 77 times by England, Sterling will become Chelsea’s first major signing since the Todd Boehly-led takeover.

    He added: “I am thankful for the ups and downs, as it’s the downs that have tested my strength and resolve and enable me to stand here in front of you as the best possible version of myself.”

    Sterling will now link up with the Chelsea squad who flew out for their pre-season tour to the United States on Saturday.

  • Chelsea, Man City closer to reaching agreement for Sterling

    Chelsea, Man City closer to reaching agreement for Sterling

    Premier League clubs Chelsea and Manchester City are getting closer to agreeing on terms over a fee for Raheem Sterling.

    City have been seeking £45m to sell the England international and Chelsea are now closer to meeting the valuation, says the Daily Mail.

    Sterling has agreed terms over a four-year contract with the London giants.

    The midfielder has already held positive discussions with Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel over how he would be utilised at Stamford Bridge. Tuchel’s words have gone a long way to convincing Sterling about the move.

    It will mark a homecoming for Sterling, who has born and raised in London. His first club was QPR.

  • Man City set price for Barca target Raheem Sterling

    Man City set price for Barca target Raheem Sterling

    Manchester City have set their price for Raheem Sterling as Barcelona monitor developments.

    Marca says City have told any club interested in signing Sterling that they will have to pay £67m to get a deal done.

    Barcelona’s need for a new winger is exacerbated by Ousmane Dembele’s contract situation – his deal is set to expire at the end of the season. The club could look to move him on in January for a cut price to avoid losing their £135million signing on a free transfer.

    Recent reports in Spain have linked Barcelona with an initial loan move for Sterling because their financial woes mean they could not afford to pay a huge fee for the former Liverpool star at present.

    Sterling has 18 months remaining on his current contract at the Etihad Stadium but has opted against opening discussions over an extension until his short-term future is resolved.

  • I can’t guarantee Sterling playing time – Guardiola

    I can’t guarantee Sterling playing time – Guardiola

    Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has defended his management of Raheem Sterling.

    Following the news that Sterling may be prepared to Manchester City in search of regular football, Guardiola said he cannot “assure” players of how much they will play.

    “I cannot assure how many minutes players are going to play, they have to show it on the grass,” he said.

    “That is the best moment, not for Raheem, for all of them.

    “They are all involved. What I want for Raheem and for everyone is to be happy. They have to be satisfied, and if they are not, they are free to make decisions that are best for them, their family and everyone who loves them.

    “As a football player, they all want to play 90 minutes, but I cannot assure them, they have to prove it in training.”

  • Barca in talks to sign Raheem Sterling from Man City

    Barca in talks to sign Raheem Sterling from Man City

    La Liga side Barcelona are in talks with Manchester City attacker Raheem Sterling.

    Sport reports that Barcelona are looking to bring the forward to the Nou Camp on loan.

    Mateu Alemany, the Spanish club’s sporting director, has been in Manchester to hold talks regarding a potential switch.

    The Catalans saw the likes of Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann leave in the summer, leaving them light in attack.

    Sterling is thought to be open to the move, understanding that he can be a leading light at Barcelona due to their lack of options in the final third.

    Sterling has grown frustrated at his lack of minutes under manager Pep Guardiola.

    His current deal is due to enter its final 18 months and Arsenal are thought to be keen.

  • EPL: Sterling signs Chelsea contract

    EPL: Sterling signs Chelsea contract

    Chelsea have agreed on a two-year contract extension for Dujon Sterling and will send him on loan to Blackpool in the Championship for the season.

    The 21-year-old will also have an option for an extra year at Stamford Bridge after impressing in pre-season under Thomas Tuchel.

    It marks a huge turnaround for the youngster who debuted for Chelsea under Antonio Conte in 2017, but had a 13 month lay-off due to an injury and then a seperate illness that was not related to Covid.

  • Jack Grealish is not a threat to me – Sterling

    Jack Grealish is not a threat to me – Sterling

    Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling does not view City new signing Jack Grealish as a threat to his place in Pep Guardiola’s team.

    The reigning Premier League champions have smashed the British transfer record this summer to add the £100 million ($138m) playmaker to their ranks, snapped up from domestic rivals Aston Villa.

    Sterling, who has seen exit talk sparked following a big-money deal for Grealish, told Sky Sports: “They have signed a great player and someone that wants to prove himself at the highest level. I don’t think there is any better club for him to try and do that.

    “He is a player that always wants the ball, he gets in good pockets of space and he is creative. It adds another creative player to this team which I am really excited about so hopefully he can add a few more goals to my tally.

    “When you add good players to your team it is always a good thing. He is a player I believe can truly have a great career here.”