According to a report by talkSPORT, Arsenal will cover only 30 percent of Raheem Sterling’s £325,000 weekly salary, amounting to £97,500, during his loan spell from Chelsea. This contribution is significantly lower than the initial expectation that Arsenal would pay half of Sterling’s wages, or £100,000 per week.
Chelsea will take on the majority of the financial responsibility, paying £12 million of Sterling’s total £17 million annual salary, while Arsenal’s total contribution for the season will be just £5 million. Additionally, Arsenal will not be required to pay any loan fees.
This financial arrangement benefits Arsenal, minimizing their expenditure while potentially reaping the rewards if Sterling performs well. If Sterling’s form is strong, this deal could prove to be a tactical win for Arsenal’s sporting director, Edu, and contribute positively to the team’s overall performance.
Sterling, who is 29 years old, could make his first appearance for Arsenal in the highly anticipated North London Derby against Tottenham Hotspur this Sunday. His versatility on the field may prove essential, especially as Arsenal faces the absence of their captain, Martin Ødegaard.
Ødegaard sustained an ankle injury during a match against Austria, and has since been seen using crutches, leading to concerns that he will miss the upcoming match against Spurs.
With Ødegaard out of action, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is likely to reshuffle his attacking options. One possibility is playing 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri, although Arteta may favor using Kai Havertz, who has been filling in as a makeshift striker in recent games.
Sterling’s adaptability across various forward positions offers Arsenal greater flexibility in their attack as they look to secure a victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. His ability to step into the attacking midfield role could be vital, helping to fill the gap left by Ødegaard’s absence.
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