New Favourite Emerges to Sign Raheem Sterling as Odds Slashed on Arsenal Star Completing Deadline-Day Transfer
The transfer saga surrounding Raheem Sterling has taken another twist, with Arsenal emerging as a strong contender to sign the Chelsea winger. Sterling has been a subject of intense speculation, with his current manager Enzo Maresca making him surplus to requirements at Stamford Bridge.
Manchester United were previously favourites to secure Sterling’s signature, with plans to sanction the sale of Jadon Sancho in separate deals. However, Sky Bet has slashed odds on Arsenal signing the 29-year-old ahead of Friday’s transfer deadline.
The Gunners are now 6/4 favourites to land Sterling, with Manchester United priced at 3/1 and Crystal Palace at 8/1. Arsenal have recently strengthened their midfield with the signing of Mikel Merino and the acquisition of Riccardo Calafiori.
The north London club has been keen to add more firepower to their squad, and Sterling could be the ideal solution. With his ability to play on either wing and his goalscoring prowess, he could provide a significant boost to Arsenal’s attack.
Sterling has struggled to impress in Chelsea’s opening two Premier League games, failing to make Enzo Maresca’s matchday squads. In a recent interview, Maresca stated that Sterling and other out-of-favour players will not receive any playing time if they remain at the club.
The Italian manager has been open about his expectations, saying, "I prefer to be honest with players. The ones who are not involved are not going to be involved, and they won’t get any minutes if they stay. I don’t know what happens when the window closes if they are still here."
The writing seems to be on the wall for Sterling at Chelsea. Will Arsenal make a successful move to sign him and give his career a much-needed boost?
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