Raheem Sterling faces contract termination at Chelsea as squad overhaul sees last of the bomb squad exit London club

Chelsea’s squad overhaul shows no signs of slowing down, and the spotlight is now on Raheem Sterling.

The England winger appears poised to exit Stamford Bridge just as the club edges closer to trimming the last of their so-called “bomb squad.”

Insiders suggest Sterling could see his £325,000-per-week contract terminated as soon as Monday, giving him a chance to restart his career elsewhere before the transfer window slams shut.

A Troubled Spell at Stamford Bridge

Sterling’s time at Chelsea has been far from smooth.

He joined the club from Manchester City on a five-year deal in 2022 but has barely featured since May 2024.

Last season, he spent time on loan at Arsenal, hoping to get minutes on the pitch, only to find opportunities limited under Mikel Arteta.

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Back at Chelsea this summer, the situation hasn’t improved.

Despite new manager Liam Rosenior promising a “clean slate” for players, Sterling’s path to regular football looks blocked.

Seeking a Permanent Solution

Sources close to the player indicate Sterling is reluctant to take another loan and is pushing for a permanent resolution.

With 18 months still remaining on his Stamford Bridge contract, worth more than £25 million, the priority is now finding a deal that works for both sides.

At 31, Sterling is at a stage where playing time is crucial, and he seems ready to move on rather than sit on the sidelines.

The End of the ‘Bomb Squad’ Era

Sterling has been the most high-profile member of Chelsea’s “bomb squad,” a group of players including Axel Disasi, Ben Chilwell, Carney Chukwuemeka, Lesley Ugochukwu, and Alfie Gilchrist.

All were considered surplus to long-term plans and have spent extended periods away from first-team training.

As Chelsea trims the final pieces of this squad, the club and Sterling are now expected to part ways, marking another chapter in the Blues’ significant squad transformation.

What’s Next for Sterling?

The big question now is where Sterling will go next.

Will he secure a permanent move to reignite his career, or will Chelsea and the winger negotiate a financial settlement to part ways amicably?

Either way, it seems clear that the England international’s Stamford Bridge story is nearing its conclusion.