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·23 agosto 2025

Fulham pushing to sign Chelsea forward in major move

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Raheem Sterling Future in Doubt as Fulham Monitor Chelsea Exit

Chelsea winger Raheem Sterling is once again at the centre of transfer speculation, with CaughtOffside reporting that his time at Stamford Bridge looks close to an end. The 30-year-old has struggled to make the desired impact at Chelsea, and after an underwhelming loan spell at Arsenal last season, the club is keen to offload him before the window shuts.

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Sterling Linked with Multiple Clubs

CaughtOffside revealed that “Besiktas plan to send a delegation to London in the next few days to discuss a deal for Sterling”. The Turkish giants have shown the strongest interest so far, though Serie A side Napoli are also weighing up a potential loan move. Chelsea are believed to value Sterling at just over £20 million, though it’s expected interested parties will negotiate for a lower fee.

Despite this international attention, there remains a sense that Sterling would prefer to remain in London. That factor keeps both Fulham and West Ham in the mix, with both clubs monitoring developments closely. As one source suggested to CaughtOffside, “there is also some sense that the 30-year-old himself would prefer to stay in London.”

Chelsea Clear-Out Continues

Chelsea are under no illusions about their need to trim the squad, with several high-profile players facing uncertain futures. CaughtOffside noted: “It’s very hard to see Sterling still being a Chelsea player once the transfer deadline passes.” Alongside Sterling, names like Axel Disasi, Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku, Carney Chukwuemeka, and Ben Chilwell could all be moved on as part of a late window clear-out.

London Staying Power Could Prove Crucial

For Fulham and West Ham, the possibility of acquiring an experienced England international with Premier League pedigree is an intriguing prospect. Sterling’s preference for staying in London could well play into the hands of Marco Silva’s side, who are looking to add attacking depth before the deadline.

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From a Fulham supporter’s perspective, this report is one that sparks both excitement and caution. On one hand, the idea of Raheem Sterling pulling on a Fulham shirt is undeniably appealing. His experience at the highest level – from Premier League titles with Manchester City to international tournaments with England – would add quality and know-how to a squad still looking to establish itself as a consistent top-half team.

That said, Fulham fans may also have questions about his recent form. His spell at Arsenal was disappointing, and his time at Chelsea has hardly lifted his reputation. For a club like Fulham, where financial caution is still a necessity, the question remains whether Sterling’s wage demands and potential transfer fee represent smart business.

However, the prospect of a motivated Sterling staying in London, perhaps looking to prove a point, is enticing. Fulham’s attack has lacked depth in wide areas, and Sterling could provide exactly the kind of pace and directness Marco Silva’s system thrives on. Fans would be realistic in expecting a short-term impact rather than a long-term solution, but if the fee is negotiated closer to £15 million and wages are structured sensibly, this could be a rare opportunity to land a player of genuine pedigree.

Ultimately, while not without risk, most Fulham supporters would likely welcome the move. The chance to add a player of Sterling’s calibre, who still has the ability to change games, would represent ambition – and ambition is exactly what Craven Cottage faithful want to see.

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