Arsenal have reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign Raheem Sterling on loan, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Chelsea will be relieved that finding a new home for Sterling had proved difficult and, while they will have to review the situation again in 12 months’ time, a portion of his wages, believed to be in excess of £300,000 in the week they are now out of service. books
It’s a great move for Sterling and gives him the chance to play for a team playing in the Champions League and competing for the Premier League title.
Sterling joins Arsenal on loan
With the clock ticking towards Friday’s 11pm deadline, the Gunners have agreed a deal with Chelsea for the England international and Romano has reported that Sterling wants the move and has spoken to Mikel Arteta.
He took X.com and said:
“Raheem Sterling to Arsenal, here we are! Agreement done on Chelsea loan transfer. Chelsea agree to final terms and the player wanted the transfer, also spoke to Mikel Arteta. Agreement done, documents are expected be well soon.”
???? Raheem Sterling to Arsenal, here we go! Deal done on Chelsea loan move.
Chelsea agree to the final terms and the player wanted the transfer, he also spoke to Mikel Arteta.
Deal done, hopefully the docs will be fine soon. ?? pic.twitter.com/QzCFXU3wna
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 30, 2024
Sterling has an existing relationship with Arteta from their time together at Manchester City and he would provide Arsenal with a much-needed alternative to Bukayo Saka, as he simply cannot play every minute of every game, while also adding more depth to their attack options
The 29-year-old has failed to live up to expectations at Stamford Bridge following his £50m move from City in 2022.
The winger made 31 Premier League appearances last season, scoring eight goals and providing four assists, but was booed at times by Chelsea fans.
How often Sterling plays for Arsenal remains to be seen, but from Arteta’s perspective it makes sense as he has an extra body, someone he knows well and a proven quantity at Premier League level who has the ability to make a difference
