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Sterling Eyes London Move: Chelsea Rejects West Ham Bid
2 Jan
Summary
- Chelsea rejected an offer for Raheem Sterling in the January window.
- Sterling seeks a permanent sale or a loan with an obligation to buy.
- The player prefers to remain in London for his next club.
As the January transfer window officially opened on 2026-01-02, Raheem Sterling is reportedly attracting transfer interest, with Chelsea having already rejected an offer for the 31-year-old forward. Sterling has been looking to leave Stamford Bridge after falling out of favor with recent management.
West Ham United had shown interest in acquiring Sterling on loan for the remainder of the 2025/26 season. However, both Chelsea and Sterling are reportedly seeking a permanent sale, leading to the rejection of West Ham's offer. Sterling is understood to be considering only permanent moves or loan deals that include an unconditional obligation to buy.
With a preference for staying in London, Sterling's options may be limited, though Fulham, who showed interest in the summer, remain a potential destination if they escalate their pursuit. Both the club and the player aim to conclude his tenure, which began with a £47.5 million transfer from Manchester City.
