It is understood that Chelsea want Raheem Sterling to leave this summer, valuing him at €25 million, but the player's high salary has become an obstacle to his departure.
Sterling's decline seems unstoppable. After his golden years at Manchester City, the English winger is going through a difficult period, plagued by injuries, poor form, and an increasingly uncertain future.
Last season at Arsenal, he scored just 1 goal in 28 appearances, which is undoubtedly proof of his obvious decline in form. Earlier, during his time at Chelsea, he also failed to make a deep impression, scoring only 19 goals in 81 games, far below expectations.
Now, after returning from his loan spell, Sterling is no longer in Enzo Maresca's plans, and Chelsea have decided to put him up for transfer. The Blues have valued him at €25 million, but the sale is expected to be very difficult. His annual salary, which is close to €20 million, is a huge obstacle for potential buyers.
Despite the difficulties, Sterling insists he wants to stay in the Premier League. However, after several inconsistent seasons, this prospect has become complicated.
Sterling now stands at a crossroads in his career: either reprove himself elsewhere, or risk being marginalized by staying.
