Chelsea could pay £10m to terminate Raheem Sterling’s deal
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James Murray
Wed 3 September 2025 11:50, UK
Chelsea could offer Raheem Sterling a £10million payment to terminate his deal at Stamford Bridge.
Football Insider revealed on 23 August Chelsea were struggling to sell Sterling after clubs have been put off by his wages.
West Ham and Fulham were both interested in signing Sterling in the final few days of the summer transfer window.
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Although it appears Sterling isn’t currently keen on a move to Saudi Arabia, that avenue remains a possibility for him until 23 September.
Alternatively, Chelsea could decide to terminate Sterling’s deal, providing him with a better opportunity to find a new club.
Finance expert Stefan Borson previously told Football Insider Chelsea could have to pay Sterling more than £20million to terminate his deal.
It seems unlikely the Blues would be willing to part with that much money to get the winger off the books despite the fact they will have to pay him up to £30million in wages if he remains at Stamford Bridge until his contract expires in June 2027.
Perhaps the two parties could come to a deal closer to £10million if Sterling can agree a move elsewhere before his exit is finalised.
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It’s been a disappointing past year for Sterling, with his career at the top level currently hanging in the balance.
The 82-cap England international spent last season on loan at Arsenal after being frozen out by Maresca.
Arsenal decided against signing Sterling on a permanent basis after he failed to provide much of an impact during his time at the Emirates Stadium.