Enzo Maresca, Chelsea's head coach, has made it unequivocally clear that Raheem Sterling is not part of his future plans at the club. 
Despite Sterling's reputation and achievements, Maresca expressed that Sterling is simply not the type of winger he prefers.
Maresca emphasized, "He is not the type of winger I like... that says nothing about him, the history and numbers speak for Raheem." This statement highlights that the decision is based on tactical preferences rather than any critique of Sterling’s abilities.
Since joining Chelsea from Manchester City for £50 million in 2022, Sterling has had a mixed tenure, scoring nine goals in 35 Premier League appearances. However, with the arrival of new signings like Pedro Neto, who has taken Sterling's No. 7 shirt, Sterling has found himself increasingly marginalized. He has been excluded from first-team training and left out of Chelsea's squads for recent matches, signaling the end of his time under Maresca.
Maresca has advised Sterling, along with other players in a similar position, that they "will not get any minutes" if they remain at Chelsea. He stated that these players know exactly what they need to do, implying that a move away from the club is the only viable option if they wish to play regularly. This tough stance also applies to players like Ben Chilwell, who, along with Sterling, is training separately from the main squad.
The situation has led to potential transfer talks, with clubs like Manchester United reportedly considering a deal for Sterling as the transfer window draws to a close. Despite these developments, Sterling has expressed a desire to stay in the Premier League if he departs from Chelsea.
Overall, Sterling’s future at Chelsea under Maresca looks bleak, with the coach firmly committed to his vision for the team, which unfortunately does not include the England international.
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