Raheem Sterling could explore a move to Saudi Arabia if interest from the Middle East intensifies amid Premier League interest in the £50 million Chelsea flop.
According to Football Insider, Raheem Sterling could explore a move to Saudi Arabia if interest from the Middle East intensifies in the coming days. The winger is a free agent since leaving Chelsea by mutual consent, could make a move to the Saudi Pro League, but there’s ample interest from Premier League clubs.
Raheem Sterling left Chelsea on mutual consent this month and has a decision to make on his future. The £50 million Chelsea flop is considering his options but wants to take a call based on what is best for his next career move as well as for his family.
Sterling has plenty of options within the Premier League, with Leeds United and Fulham some of the rearly runners in the race. The £50 million Chelsea flop also has Crystal Palace in the race, while Tottenham are also interested in the winger.
West Ham United are also in the mix, but their recent signing of Adama Traore might cool their interest. The same might be said about Fulham, who have ruled out a move following the capture of Oscar Bobb from Manchester City.
Sterling does have these options to consider, including Palace, but they too might look away following the loan signing of Evann Guessand. However, each of those clubs could still consider a move for the experienced winger, but he may have other options, such as some in the Middle East.
Raheem Sterling to Saudi Arabia?
The Saudi Pro League clubs are increasingly looking at the Premier League for options, and could see Sterling as a viable alternative to some of their top attacking targets. The £50 million Chelsea flop’s ready availability and the prospect of agreeing a quickfire deal could tempt the Middle Eastern sides into approaching.
For now, Sterling has not decided on the next steps for his immediate career. He might evaluate his options thoroughly, as some reports stated he could prefer a stay in London if a viable offer comes around. However, from a financial standpoint, the Saudi clubs could potentially offer him the sense of financial security he had at Chelsea, which might sway his decision towards the Middle East over his Premier League suitors.
