Raheem Sterling in line for link-up with ex-Man Utd boss as two Champions League clubs plot moves for Chelsea outcast

Raheem Sterling could end up playing under ex-Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag in the 2025-26 campaign as Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly interested in the winger. The Chelsea outcast has been strongly linked with a permanent move away from Stamford Bridge this summer after a failed loan spell at Arsenal, where he scored just one goal in 28 appearances across all competitions, with Juventus also said to be weighing up a swoop.

Sterling could link-up with Ten Hag
Leverkusen & Juventus keen on the winger
Chelsea ready to offload Sterling

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WHAT HAPPENED?
The Athletic reported on Tuesday that Sterling has attracted interest from a Champions League club outside England. Now, talkSPORT claims that not one, but two clubs from abroad have shown interest in the English winger as Leverkusen, now coached by Ten Hag, and Juventus both weigh up formal moves.

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Sterling has joined Chelsea's pre-season training, but his departure looks certain after he was left out of the Club World Cup squad last month. The Blues would ideally want to offload the player permanently, but could be open to another loan move if an offer arrives.
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Since leaving Manchester City in 2022, Sterling has not enjoyed much success in club football or internationally. Indeed, he has not featured for the England national team since the 2022 World Cup.

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WHAT NEXT FOR STERLING?
The 30-year-old will hope that a formal offer arrives soon as playing for either Juventus or Leverkusen would guarantee him Champions League football. The ex-Liverpool and Manchester City star could look to revive his career by playing abroad.

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