Raheem Sterling leaves Chelsea after mutual agreement
Raheem Sterling has departed Chelsea by mutual consent, ending a difficult period at the club. The former England international struggled to find form after joining from Manchester City. Despite a loan spell at Arsenal and changes in management, he was unable to revive his career at Stamford Bridge. Sterling is now free to join another club as a free agent.
Match highlights
- Raheem Sterling left Chelsea after three-and-a-half seasons, with both parties agreeing to part ways.
- He had been training separately from the main squad and was not selected by new manager Liam Rosenior in his five matches in charge.
- Sterling joined Chelsea from Manchester City in a £47 million deal in 2022 but failed to replicate his previous success.
- A loan to Arsenal last season did not improve his fortunes, as he struggled for playing time.
- Sterling last played a competitive game for Chelsea in May 2024, finishing with 81 appearances for the club.
