Raheem Sterling and Nigeria-eligible star in danger as Chelsea switch to outgoings after 11 new signings

Raheem Sterling could be pushed out of Chelsea this summer.

Raheem Sterling and Nigeria-eligible star in danger as Chelsea switch to outgoings after 11 new signings

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 15:52 - 12.08.2024

Premier League side Chelsea will look to sell more players after nine arrivals, with Raheem Sterling and a Nigeria-eligible star the focus.

After a summer of lavish spending, Chelsea are now set to focus on offloading players in the coming days, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.

The Blues have already brought in a staggering nine new faces, including the likes of Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Guiu and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. 

But it seems their business is far from over, as the club looks to streamline their bloated squad.

Sterling and Nigeria-eligible forward to leave?

Romelu Lukaku is expected to join Napoli, potentially paving the way for the Italian side to part ways with their Nigerian icon, Victor Osimhen. 

Raheem Sterling could leave Chelsea this summer. | Photo Credit: Imago
Raheem Sterling could leave Chelsea this summer. | Photo Credit: Imago

The future of Raheem Sterling is also uncertain, with the former Manchester City star potentially on the move if João Félix returns to Stamford Bridge.

But the player who could garner the most attention is Noni Madueke, the Nigeria-eligible winger who has been tipped as a potential star

Noni Madueke, Chelsea forward || Imago

The 23-year-old has impressed in pre-season, scoring three goals and providing an assist in just five games, earning the trust of new boss Enzo Maresca.

However, with the arrival of Wolves sensation Pedro Neto, Chelsea may be tempted to cash in on Madueke, who has caught the eye of Newcastle United. 

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The Blues are also considering sending Diego Moreira on loan to Strasbourg as they continue to streamline their squad.

It's a delicate balancing act for Chelsea, who must navigate the tricky waters of offloading players while ensuring they have a well-rounded squad to challenge for trophies. 

Pedro Neto
Chelsea winger Pedro Neto (Credit: Chelsea) Enzo Maresca is excited about Chelsea's latest signing Pedro Neto (Credit: Chelsea)

With the transfer window still open, all eyes will be on Stamford Bridge to see which stars depart and which new faces arrive in the coming days, with the Blues still linked with Nigeria’s Osimhen.

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