Raheem Sterling is preparing to return to Chelsea following the conclusion of his loan spell at Arsenal. The England international joined the Gunners last summer in a bid to revive his form, but his time in North London did not go as planned.
Sterling struggled to make a significant impact at Arsenal, managing just one goal in 28 appearances across all competitions. Despite his experience and past success, he found himself out of favor under Mikel Arteta, often left on the bench during crucial matches.
With Arsenal opting not to pursue a permanent deal, Sterling will now return to Stamford Bridge, where his future remains uncertain. Chelsea’s new manager, Enzo Maresca, is expected to reshape the squad, and Sterling’s role in the team is unclear. Reports suggest that the club may look to offload him, with potential interest from overseas leagues.
While his time at Arsenal may have been disappointing, Sterling remains a seasoned player with a wealth of experience. Whether he stays at Chelsea or moves elsewhere, his next step will be crucial in determining the trajectory of his career. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see where the winger lands next.
Arsenal performance and stats
Arsenal is currently 2nd in the Premier League with 74 points.
In the last 38 games, it has won 20 times, drew 14 times, and lost 4 times. In its last match, Arsenal won 1-2 against Southampton.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 69 goals and conceding 34.
Chelsea performance and stats
Chelsea
Chelsea is currently 1st in the Europa Conference League with 18 points.
In the last 15 games, it has won 13 times and lost twice. In its last match, Chelsea won 1-4 against Real Betis.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 26 goals and conceding 5.
