“Really strange” – Football pundit blasts Chelsea for taking a controversial decision on letting go one of their star players all because of some statement he made

Paul Merson, a former Arsenal player and football pundit, strongly criticised Chelsea for their handling of the Raheem Sterling situation.

The English winger has been excluded from the team by manager Enzo Maresca and informed that he does not have any prospects at Stamford Bridge.

The ex-Manchester City winger has requested clear information on his future. Subsequently, the club has informed him that he would be sold during the upcoming summer transfer window, since he is not included in the new manager’s strategic vision.

Chelsea possesses a variety of wide choices within their team, and their recent acquisition of Pedro Neto from Wolves has introduced another winger to their already substantial squad.

Merson has expressed disapproval of Chelsea’s handling of the events related to the Sterling controversy.

During an interview with Sky Sports, the esteemed former Arsenal player expressed his astonishment at the events that unfolded at Stamford Bridge and highlighted the actions that Chelsea should have refrained from taking.

‘It is really uncommon to part ways with players that you already possess, and Raheem falls into that category,’ he stated.

‘There is no doubt that he is superior to some wingers at Chelsea.’

‘I find it really peculiar. I hope the manager is not being coerced by higher authorities to express their desired message. As the manager of a prominent football club like Chelsea, which strives for success, one must assert their own approach.’

‘To be frank, the beginning has been somewhat unfavourable.’ It resembles a soap drama, but the situation is not favourable. Former manager Mauricio Pochettino had been unemployed for a considerable period of time, and eventually, he was eager to leave Chelsea.

Raheem Sterling’s prospects at Chelsea seem bleak under the new management.
The Blues are eager to promptly find a resolution with slightly over a week remaining in the transfer window.

The club desires the player to depart from the team in a permanent transfer during the upcoming summer. However, it is uncertain which club will emerge with a proposal for the 29-year-old.

Sterling possesses extensive expertise at the highest echelon and his statistical performance has consistently been remarkable throughout his professional trajectory.

He has the potential to be a significant acquisition for numerous Premier League clubs. Additionally, since the club is eager to sell him this summer, he may be obtainable at a discounted price.