Arsenal could bring Chelsea attacker Raheem Sterling to the Emirates Stadium on loan before the transfer window closes, according to talkSPORT.
The 29-year-old winger has fallen out of favour at Stamford Bridge, with new manager Enzo Maresca banishing him from the first team. The former Liverpool and Manchester City attacker is keen on moving away to secure regular playing time.
Agreeing personal terms with Sterling is not expected to be an issue for the Gunners, but the two clubs are still negotiating the financial aspects of the deal.
Chelsea signed Sterling from Manchester City two summers ago and expected him to lead the attack, but he has struggled to make an impact at Stamford Bridge.
The Blues are willing to let him go on loan but want to offload a major portion of his hefty £300,000 weekly wages.
Sterling reportedly wants the North London move. He will provide competition for Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard, and Gabriel Martinelli on the flanks. He may need to be away from the madness at Chelsea to rediscover his best form. At Arsenal, he can revive his career and compete for trophies.
Arsenal are set to challenge for the Premier League title again after pushing City to the wire last term. They have already started this season with two wins on the trot and will believe they can finally end their two-decade league title drought.
The addition of Sterling would further bolster their attacking options and reunite him with Mikel Arteta, his former manager at Man City.
The 82-cap England international brings a winning mentality, having won the Premier League four times with the Cityzens and could boost the Gunner’s hopes of landing a major title.
While the loan deal appears feasible, the main hurdle lies in the financial aspect. All three parties must find a mutually agreeable solution to cover Sterling’s mammoth wages.
