Arsenal and Chelsea are in talks over a potential deal that would see Raheem Sterling join the north London team on loan for the rest of the season.
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- Arsenal in talks over deadline day move for Sterling
- Winger has been told he won't play under Maresca
- Gunners looking to enhance their attacking options
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WHAT HAPPENED?
The England international has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge for much of the summer after Enzo Maresca made it clear that he will not play a part under the new Blues manager in the 2024-25 campaign.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Urged by the coach to start looking for a new club, Sterling was linked with a move to Manchester United before Arsenal emerged as a possible destination on the final day of the transfer window. According to , the Gunners have contacted their London rivals to discuss a temporary switch, with the report adding that Sterling is eager to make the switch and that personal terms will not be a major obstacle for the deal.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Sterling, 29, joined Chelsea from Manchester City in 2022 and went on to make 81 appearances for the Stamford Bridge team, scoring 19 goals along the way. Despite not being wanted in west London, Arsenal are eager to sign him as they look to strengthen in attack to boost their hopes of challenging City to the Premier League title.
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WHAT NEXT FOR STERLING?
The ex-Liverpool star will hope Chelsea and Arsenal can reach an agreement in time for him to complete the loan move to the Emirates Stadium before the transfer window comes to a close. Mikel Arteta's team are next in action on Saturday as they host Brighton.
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