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Chelsea poised to table bid for Raheem Sterling to kickstart summer spree

27-Jun-2022 19:28:07 | The Guardian

• Man City expected to want between £50m and £60m for forward
• Thomas Tuchel has had positive talks with Sterling

Chelsea are preparing an opening bid for Raheem Sterling after Todd Boehly, the club’s new co-owner, told Manchester City of his intention to sign the England forward.

Thomas Tuchel wants to increase his side’s goalscoring threat and Chelsea, who saw Petr Cech leave his role as their technical and performance adviser yesterday, intend to give their manager the funds to strengthen his squad this summer. Tuchel has identified Sterling as a key target and Boehly, who is leading the club’s recruitment drive, has contacted City to open talks over the 27-year-old.