Raheem Sterling He wants clarity about himself Chelsea Questions are being raised over his future after he was left out of the squad for Sunday’s 2-0 win. Premier League Initial losses Manchester City,
The 29-year-old played in all six games during the club’s pre-season tour of the United States but was not included in the match-day squad for Enzo Maresca’s first competitive match at Stamford Bridge.
Maresca had called Sterling’s exclusion a technical decision, earlier he had said that… England As “an important player” at international level, he is expected to be part of their plans, although there has been speculation he could move away from Chelsea.
After the match, Maresca reiterated his pre-game comments, but added that the size of the squad would lead to some players leaving the squad.
“I don’t know,” said Maresca. “All I can say is that it was a technical decision and the next day we’ll sit down and clarify the situation, but it’s nothing more than that.
“All the players are Chelsea players. If they are Chelsea players, we will try to use them, but nothing more than a technical decision.”
“I want Raheem Sterling, but I also want all my 30 players. But there’s not room for all of them. So some of them will have to leave the squad.”
Sources told ESPN that Juventus are one of the clubs interested in the forward’s services.
When contacted by ESPN prior to the game for comment on Sunday’s absence, Sterling’s camp released the following statement: “Raheem Sterling is contracted to Chelsea Football Club for the next three years.
He returned to England two weeks ago for individual training and has had a positive pre-season with the new coach, with whom he has developed a good working relationship.
“He remains as committed as ever to performing at the highest level for Chelsea FC and the fans, who he respects so much, and given his inclusion in official club pre-match material this week, it was our expectation that Raheem would be involved in some form for this weekend’s match.
“As a camp, we have always had positive conversations and received assurances from Chelsea FC regarding Raheem’s future at the club, so we look forward to receiving clarity on the situation. Until then, we will continue to support Raheem’s desire to start the new season on a positive note.”
Stirling joined Chelsea From Manchester City He joined in July 2022 for £47.5 million ($61.5m) and has scored 19 goals in 81 appearances in all competitions.
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