Arsenal in talks to sign Raheem Sterling from Chelsea in last-minute loan deal with winger 'hugely attracted' to Gunners proposal

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.

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 Athletic, 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.

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.

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.