Chelsea plans up to nine-player sale including Sterling

Chelsea is actively seeking to offload nine players before the summer transfer window closes, with Raheem Sterling among those targeted for departure. Sterling, who has two years left on his high-value contract, spent last season on loan at Arsenal but struggled to make an impact, scoring just once in 28 appearances. While both Sterling and Chelsea prefer a permanent transfer, the club is open to another loan move, with Fulham showing interest and Sterling favoring a stay in London. Other players Chelsea aims to move include Christopher Nkunku, Nicolas Jackson, and Ben Chilwell, as the club looks to raise around £300 million from player sales to keep net spending nearly zero. Despite being sidelined from the first-team squad by manager Enzo Maresca, Sterling has maintained a professional attitude, although his high wages pose a significant hurdle for potential suitors. Chelsea hopes to resolve Sterling's future respectfully and efficiently, with the player open to opportunities both within the Premier League and abroad.