Chelsea are reportedly set to terminate Raheem Sterling’s contract in the coming days, according to the Daily Mail. The 31-year-old forward, who earns £325,000 per week, has not featured for the first team in nearly two years. The contract termination is expected to be completed before the transfer window closes on Monday.

Sterling joined Chelsea from Manchester City in 2022, signing a five-year deal. However, he has been sidelined since May 2024 and spent the last season on loan at Arsenal, failing to secure a permanent spot in Chelsea’s squad.

The decision to end Sterling’s contract comes as the club looks to free up wages and make room for new signings. Sources indicate that Sterling is reluctant to accept another loan move, preferring to find a permanent home for the next chapter of his career.

Chelsea and Sterling are now expected to part ways officially in the coming days, allowing the former England international to explore opportunities elsewhere ahead of the new season.