Raheem Sterling is reportedly seeking to resolve his contract situation at Chelsea before considering a potential departure.
The 29-year-old has been excluded from the first-team squad under new manager Enzo Maresca and is currently training with the club’s fringe players.
Despite having three years remaining on his lucrative contract, Sterling is open to leaving Chelsea if he can reach a satisfactory agreement with the club.
The Athletic’s David Ornstein reports that Sterling will engage in further discussions with Chelsea in the coming days to explore his options.
Manchester United has been linked with Sterling, and there have been rumors of a potential swap deal involving Jadon Sancho. However, Sterling will not be joining Aston Villa, according to Ornstein.
Enzo Maresca has been candid about Sterling’s situation, acknowledging that the winger faces limited playing time at Chelsea. Maresca has indicated that he is only working with a core group of 21 players and that those outside this group may struggle for opportunities.