Chelsea Set to Offload Two Stars Ahead of 2025 Season
Chelsea FC is preparing to part ways with both Raheem Sterling and João Félix, with reports indicating that neither player will be reintegrated into the first-team squad. The Blues are expected to list the duo for sale in the coming weeks as part of their summer transfer strategy.
Raheem Sterling's Future Uncertain After Loan Move
Sterling was stripped of his Chelsea squad number ahead of the 2024–25 season, shortly before securing a season-long loan move to Arsenal. With no plans for his return to Stamford Bridge, the winger appears to be on his way out permanently.
João Félix Loses Squad Number to New Signing
Similarly, João Félix has now lost his No. 14 shirt, which has been reassigned to recent signing Dario Essugo, who joined Chelsea from Sporting Lisbon earlier this month. This change signals another step toward Félix’s exit from the club.
Félix originally joined Chelsea in a £42.6 million transfer from Atlético Madrid in August 2024, following a brief loan spell during the second half of the 2022–23 season. However, the 25-year-old Portuguese forward struggled to make an impact and was loaned to AC Milan in February. During his time in Serie A, he recorded only four goal contributions across 21 appearances.
Chelsea Heads to the United States for Club World Cup
In other news, Chelsea will travel to the United States this week to compete in the FIFA Club World Cup. The Blues are set to kick off their campaign against Mexican side León next Monday.