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West Ham Hold Talks on Sterling as Besiktas Step Up and Chelsea Set Price

Reports indicate the forward is available for a sale or loan before the deadline.

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Raheem Sterling

Overview

  • West Ham have spoken with Raheem Sterling’s agent about a potential move, according to transfer expert commentary relayed by Football Insider.
  • Besiktas plan to send a delegation to London in the coming days to discuss a deal for Sterling, CaughtOffside reports, citing industry sources.
  • Napoli are exploring an approach, reportedly preferring a loan, while Fulham and West Ham are monitoring with the player understood to favor staying in London.
  • Chelsea’s asking price is just over £20 million, per CaughtOffside, though interested clubs are expected to seek a lower fee and wages are viewed as a hurdle.
  • Sterling, 30, has returned from a disappointing loan at Arsenal and is out of favor under Enzo Maresca, with no agreement announced at this stage.