‘I think’… Chris Sutton thinks £50m Chelsea player will end up signing for Crystal Palace
Pundit Chris Sutton has predicted that one Chelsea player might soon move to a lower-ranked Premier League team. With Chelsea set to offload several top players to raise funds for squad reinvestment, some first-team talents are likely to depart.
Potential Departures: Conor Gallagher and Raheem Sterling
Conor Gallagher has frequently been linked with a summer exit, despite occasionally wearing the captain’s armband this season. Meanwhile, there are claims that Chelsea might consider parting ways with Raheem Sterling. However, Sterling reportedly wants to stay and prove his critics wrong at Stamford Bridge.
Chris Sutton’s Prediction: Sterling to Crystal Palace
On the podcast “It’s all kicking off,” Chris Sutton suggested that Sterling might need a career boost that could come from a move to another Premier League team. Sutton stated, “He will probably end up at Crystal Palace or somewhere like that, I suspect. I thought his goal was excellent at the weekend. We aren’t party to what goes on at the Chelsea training ground, and clearly Pochettino feels there has been a dip in form.”
Sutton emphasized Sterling’s talent but noted that he appears to need a fresh start to rejuvenate his career.
Sterling’s Struggles and Recent Goal
Sterling has faced challenges since his £50m transfer in 2022, which was intended to position him as a key player at Chelsea. Despite limited minutes recently, he scored a crucial goal against Nottingham Forest, helping Chelsea secure a 3-2 victory. However, with competition for attacking spots, Sterling will have few opportunities to prove his worth before the season ends.
Conclusion
As Chelsea looks to balance its books and refresh its squad, players like Raheem Sterling might find themselves moving to clubs where they can revive their careers. Chris Sutton’s prediction of a move to Crystal Palace could offer Sterling the fresh start he needs, especially if he continues to struggle for consistent playing time at Stamford Bridge.
