Bayern Leverkusen are among the clubs keeping tabs on Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling ahead of a potential summer move (h/t BBC Sport).The English winger spent the last season on loan at Arsenal, wher...
Bayern Leverkusen are among the clubs keeping tabs on Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling ahead of a potential summer move (h/t BBC Sport).
The English winger spent the last season on loan at Arsenal, where he hardly made an impact.
He managed to score only one goal and five assists in 28 games for the Gunners whilst being mostly confined to substitute appearances.
Sterling now finds himself not in Enzo Maresca’s plans, with the Blues looking to sell him to trim their bloated squad.
Leverkusen are looking to provide the English forward with an escape route as they prepare for the Champions League this season.
With his career on a steady decline over the last few years, Sterling will be eager to revive his form.
As Erik ten Hag has taken the reins at Leverkusen, there could be more emphasis on wingers compared to his predecessor Xabi Alonso, who relied on wing-backs.
Amine Adli and Jonas Hoffman are the only prominent wingers in the squad, so a player of Sterling’s calibre would be a good addition to the team.
While there may be concerns over his form, Sterling’s experience and European pedigree would be valuable assets for the Bundesliga side.
But the ex-Manchester City star’s lofty salary does not align with Leverkusen’s wage structure.
Leverkusen have been working to recruit a new winger after failing in their pursuit of Johan Bakayoko, who has joined RB Leipzig from PSV Eindhoven.
Die Werkself have strengthened their armoury considerably with the signings of Ibrahim Maza, Mailk Tillman, Jarell Quansah and Mark Flekken in this window.
Juventus are also keeping tabs on Sterling, who is valued at around £20 million by the Blues.
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