Raheem Sterling’s agent issues statement after winger left out of Chelsea squad
The IndependentSign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Raheem Sterling wants talks with Chelsea about his future after he was surprised to be axed from their squad for the first game of their season. The £44m signing was not even named on the bench by new manager Enzo Maresca for Sunday’s match against his former club Manchester City at Stamford Bridge. Sterling’s representatives said in a statement: “Raheem Sterling is contracted to Chelsea Football Club for the next three years. Until then, we will continue to support Raheem’s desire to start the new season positively.” open image in gallery Raheem Sterling featured in all six of Chelsea’s preseason fixtures Sterling, a £44m signing two years ago, is one of Chelsea’s best-paid players but they have bought a host of other wingers during his time at Stamford Bridge, including Pedro Neto this summer.