Raheem Sterling Sends Message to Arsenal Fans After Exit Is Confirmed

Raheem Sterling Breaks Silence After Arsenal Exit Is Confirmed

Raheem Sterling has spoken publicly for the first time since Arsenal confirmed he will be leaving the club this summer and returning to Chelsea. The 30-year-old winger shared a brief but heartfelt message with supporters, writing:

“Thank you for making my family feel welcome @arsenal”

The message came shortly after Arsenal released their official retained list for the 2025/26 season, which included the names of several players set to depart. Among them are Sterling, Jorginho, Kieran Tierney, and Neto, all of whom will leave when their contracts expire on June 30, 2025.

Sterling’s Season at Arsenal

Sterling joined Arsenal last summer on a season-long loan from Chelsea, reuniting with Mikel Arteta. The move was seen as a chance for the experienced winger to rediscover his best form. However, his impact was limited during his time in North London.

• 28 appearances in all competitions

• 1 goal (scored against Bolton in the Carabao Cup)

• 5 assists

• Primarily used as a substitute

Despite his limited game time, Sterling remained a positive figure in the dressing room and built strong relationships with several younger players.

Farewell Moments

In addition to his message, Sterling posted several photos from his time at Arsenal. The images included moments shared with teammates such as Declan Rice, Ethan Nwaneri, and Myles Lewis-Skelly, offering a glimpse into the atmosphere behind the scenes.

What’s Next for Sterling?

Sterling is set to return to Chelsea, but his future at Stamford Bridge remains uncertain. New manager Enzo Maresca reportedly did not consider Sterling part of his long-term vision when he took over. Sterling’s current contract with Chelsea runs until 2027.

Arsenal Confirm Youth Releases

Alongside Sterling and other first-team players, Arsenal also confirmed the release of multiple youth players. The full list includes:

• Nathan Butler-Oyedeji
• Reece Clairmont
• Khayon Edwards
• Jakai Fisher
• Romari Forde
• Jimi Gower
• Jack Henry-Francis
• Max Kuczynski
• Salah-Eddine Oulad M’Hand
• Ismail Oulad M’Hand
• Brian Okonkwo
• Elian Quesada-Thorn
• Zacariah Shuaib

These changes reflect the club’s efforts to restructure and invest in new talent for the coming seasons.

Contract Talks with Thomas Partey Ongoing

Arsenal also confirmed that Thomas Partey’s contract is set to expire on June 30. However, discussions are still ongoing with the midfielder’s representatives regarding a potential extension. The club stated that any updates regarding contract extensions or further transfers will be communicated in due course.

"Any further developments regarding players extending their contracts, as well as joining, re-joining, or leaving us, will be officially communicated when confirmed," the club said.

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