Chelsea's main attacking transfer target Raheem Sterling has been told that he will be picked ahead of the likes of Christian Pulisic, Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner if he joins. But that may not be the case for Kai Havertz as manager Thomas Tuchel looks to mould a new attack for 2022/23 without Romelu Lukaku.
The club-record signing is now very close to completing his loan return to Inter Milan as his wishes seem to have been granted by Chelsea owner Todd Boehly who is looking for a swift conclusion to these negotiations. It is understood once Lukaku's loan is confirmed, Sterling will be viewed as the first priority in this new Blues rebuild.
The Athletic first reported that the Blues are confident of completing a deal to sign the Three Lions international with the price point the only stumbling block at this current time. Additionally, Sterling is said to be keen on moving to London and has even signalled his intent by seeking out a number of people at Chelsea to get the lowdown on Thomas Tuchel and other aspects of the club.
