Arsenal’s competitors are uneasy at the thought of Raheem Sterling showcasing his talents in the iconic red shirt. This sentiment was echoed by Declan Rice, who took a brief pause from international duties to express his excitement with a concise three-word reaction to Sterling’s transfer on deadline day. Sterling, formerly with Manchester City and most recently Chelsea, joined Arsenal after being sidelined at Stamford Bridge.
At 29, Sterling now has a new mission this season—to bolster Arsenal’s attacking lineup as they strive to finally close the gap with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League. For the past two seasons, Arsenal has come close to challenging Pep Guardiola’s star-studded team but has ultimately fallen short, with City dominating the league for four consecutive years.
The question remains: will this season be different? Sterling, who will don the No. 30 shirt, shared his excitement on Instagram after the move, posting several photos from his unveiling and captioning them with, “New threads, new number, new focus. Buzzing to be a Gunner.”
Sterling isn’t the only one thrilled about the move. Declan Rice, familiar with Sterling from their time together on the England national team, responded to the post with the comment, “They ain’t ready.” Rice’s comment quickly garnered numerous ‘likes’ from Arsenal fans, who are eager to see the two players reunite on the field. The duo has previously played 30 matches together for England, although Sterling hasn’t represented the national team since December 2022.
Sterling’s international career includes 82 caps and 20 goals for England. Meanwhile, England is preparing for upcoming matches against Ireland and Finland, with both Rice and Sterling looking to contribute to the team’s success. As Arsenal supporters anticipate Sterling’s impact at the Emirates, the excitement surrounding his arrival signals a renewed sense of hope for the club’s pursuit of Premier League glory.
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