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Fulham Eyes Raheem Sterling Loan Amid West Ham Talks

1/2/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Fulham is pursuing a loan deal for Chelsea winger Raheem Sterling, with Chelsea covering a large portion of his £325,000 weekly wages.
West Ham is in talks for a Raheem Sterling loan, a player who previously spent time on loan at Arsenal.
AFC Bournemouth is considering Sterling as a replacement if Antoine Semenyo transfers to Manchester City.
Fulham is also targeting PSV Eindhoven striker Ricardo Pepi to bolster their attack.

History

Historical Context

Raheem Sterling's £49 million transfer from Liverpool to Manchester City in July 2015 marked a pivotal moment in English football, establishing a new benchmark for player valuations. This deal influenced clubs like Chelsea and Fulham, who are now pursuing high-profile signings to enhance their squads. The evolving transfer market underscores the increasing financial dynamics shaping Premier League competition.

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Story summary

Fulham is pursuing a loan deal for Chelsea winger Raheem Sterling, with Chelsea covering a large portion of his £325,000 weekly wages.
West Ham is in talks for a Raheem Sterling loan, a player who previously spent time on loan at Arsenal.
AFC Bournemouth is considering Sterling as a replacement if Antoine Semenyo transfers to Manchester City.
Fulham is also targeting PSV Eindhoven striker Ricardo Pepi to bolster their attack.

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