Raheem Sterling Set for Chelsea Exit as Bayer Leverkusen Show Interest
So, big developments are unfolding around Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling — and it’s something that’s been brewing for a while. According to recent reports, most notably from BBC Sport and Goal.com, Bayer Leverkusen have emerged as one of the leading clubs closely monitoring Sterling’s situation. It seems like the English forward's time at Stamford Bridge is nearing an end, and a move abroad could be just what he needs.
Sterling, now 30, returned to Chelsea after a disappointing loan spell at Arsenal during the 2024–25 season. Let’s be honest — that stint didn’t work out at all. He failed to score a single Premier League goal and managed just seven starts in the top flight for the Gunners. That’s a long way from the player we remember lighting up the wings for Manchester City or even in his earlier England days. After returning to Chelsea, he wasn’t even included in their Club World Cup squad — a clear sign that he’s no longer in manager Enzo Maresca’s plans moving forward.
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Now, Leverkusen — who will be competing in the UEFA Champions League this season — are seriously keeping tabs on him. The German side, led by Xabi Alonso, have made a name for themselves in recent years by rejuvenating careers and building a competitive, exciting squad. And it makes sense. Sterling still has raw pace, technical ability, and a wealth of experience at the highest level — something Leverkusen could definitely benefit from, especially on the European stage.
Chelsea are reportedly open to selling him and have even set a relatively low asking price, signaling they’re ready to part ways. It’s a bittersweet moment. On one hand, it's sad to see how far Sterling’s form has dipped; on the other, it’s encouraging to think a move to a club like Leverkusen could give him the fresh start he needs.
This could be the right time for Sterling to step away from the Premier League spotlight and reinvent himself on a new stage. He’s still got the drive, and with the right system and support, we might just see flashes of the Sterling that once dominated English football. Keep an eye on this one — it’s a transfer that could quietly become one of the more intriguing moves of the summer.
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