Overview
- West Ham held talks over a loan from Chelsea, but Sterling wants a permanent transfer or a loan with an obligation to buy.
- The Times reported he turned down West Ham’s proposal as he targets Fulham as his preferred destination.
- Sterling’s wages, reported around £300,000 to £325,000 per week, complicate any potential deal structure.
- He has not played this season after being excluded from Chelsea’s main group under Enzo Maresca and training separately.
- West Ham, sitting 18th and four points from safety, are pressing ahead with other forward signings, with Pablo close and a £25m agreement in place for Taty Castellanos.