Raheem Sterling is seeking a permanent move away from Chelsea as he looks to revive his career before the transfer deadline.
Raheem Sterling is prioritising a permanent departure from Chelsea as the transfer window edges toward its conclusion, with the winger keen to secure a fresh start after being frozen out at Stamford Bridge this season.
The former England international still has 18 months remaining on his Chelsea contract and earns around £300,000 per week, but his representatives are now working with the club to find an exit route that works for all sides.
Sterling is understood to be realistic about his situation and is prepared to accept a significant wage reduction in order to revive his career during what could be the final major chapter of his playing days.
Ideally, the 30-year-old would like to remain in London, where his family is settled, but he is open to alternative options if the sporting project and personal circumstances align. A move abroad has not been ruled out, with Sterling willing to consider overseas interest should the financial and footballing terms prove suitable.
For now, Sterling has been training away from Chelsea’s first-team squad and is determined to avoid another loan move, instead pushing for a clean break on a permanent basis.
Crystal Palace, Fulham and West Ham United have all been mentioned as possible destinations, though no concrete pathway has emerged yet, while Chelsea are also working on exits for other players, including defender Axel Disasi, who has interest from both England and abroad.
