Raheem Sterling ‘breaks Arsenal promise’ as Chelsea loan strikes

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Raheem Sterling’s loan move to Arsenal has been named as one of the worst signings of this season, Stan Collymore.

Having joined from Chelsea late in the summer transfer window, the 29-year-old has endured a difficult spell at the Emirates, with his performances coming in for heavy criticism after just one start in six appearances in the Premier League and Champions League.

With his lack of impact in North London, former England striker Collymore does not believe the former Liverpool and Man City striker has delivered on the promises he made on arrival.

He told The subway: “Raheem Sterling has been a massive disappointment. He came in and said he would give the club his best work, but that hasn’t happened.

“He’s thrown the place out without a doubt so far and he’s certainly one of the floppers of the season who has promised to do his best work at Arsenal.

“He is an experienced player who has won everything there is to win, he was expected to push the dressing room up another level and he has not done that.”

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Football Insider opinion

The Gunners forward has made just eight appearances for Arsenal in all competitions this season, only two of which were starts. His only goal came in the Carabao Cup in a 5-1 win over League One side Bolton Wanderers, a return well below expectations for a player of his calibre.

The winger’s inability to cement a regular starting role or provide consistent attacking returns has been a major source of frustration for Arsenal fans. Despite boasting a wealth of experience and a trophy-laden career, Sterling’s impact on the pitch has been minimal and his struggles have added pressure to Mikel Arteta’s side in a demanding season.

Arsenal boast a wealth of attacking talent including Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard. With Sterling struggling to impress in his early appearances, Arteta has prioritized more consistent performers, further limiting Sterling’s opportunities to shine.

Chelsea
Raheem Sterling was surplus to requirements under Enzo Maresca at Chelsea.

At the age of 29, Sterling has played at the highest level for more than a decade, representing elite clubs such as Manchester City and Chelsea as well as the England national team. His style of play, which relies heavily on explosive pace, quick bursts of energy and high-intensity movements, naturally takes a toll on a player’s body over time.

This demanding approach, coupled with years of unrelenting schedules in both national and international competitions, may have led to a natural decline or fatigue in the attacker’s abilities.

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