Raheem Sterling Ends Disappointing Loan Spell at Arsenal

Raheem Sterling’s loan stint at Arsenal ended quietly in a 27-match campaign where he scored just once and provided five assists. Starting in the final game against Southampton, fans ironically chanted, summing up the forward’s underwhelming impact. The 2024–25 loan will not be made permanent.

When the final whistle blew at St. Mary’s on the last day of the Premier League season, it also marked the end of Raheem Sterling’s disappointing loan spell at Arsenal. The winger, who joined from Chelsea on a temporary deal, was handed a rare start in a much-rotated side by Mikel Arteta. While Arsenal had already secured Champions League qualification, the game gave fans a chance to say goodbye to departing players like Kieran Tierney — and Sterling.

Unfortunately, Sterling’s stint in North London failed to live up to expectations. In 27 appearances across all competitions, he managed just 1 goal and 5 assists. His lack of influence was highlighted by the Arsenal away supporters, who chanted, “If Sterling scores, we’re on the pitch,” in jest — a stark reflection of how underwhelming his performances have been.

With no permanent deal on the table, Sterling is expected to return to Chelsea, facing an uncertain future. His loan will go down as a rare misstep in Arsenal’s recent transfer business. The focus now shifts to strengthening the flanks, with technical director Andrea Berta tasked with addressing the issue in the upcoming window.