Raheem Sterling sets key condition for Manchester City exit this summer

Raheem Sterling has reportedly set a condition for his Manchester City exit this summer, with Chelsea appearing to be in pole position and ready to test the waters with an opening bid.

The England winger is set to enter the final year of his contract and, having lost his regular starting position, has been linked with a move this summer with several European clubs touted as potential destinations.

The attacker’s current contract at the Etihad expires in 2023, meaning he could begin negotiations about a potential free move away from City in just nine months’ time. He is either expected to renew his deal or to leave in the summer transfer window.

With the Premier League champions reportedly prepared to sell Sterling this summer, Chelsea are one of the clubs that are weighing up an offer.

In a fresh report from the Mirror, it’s claimed Sterling has set a condition for a potential move to Stamford Bridge.

The report claims Sterling wants assurances over regular first-team football if he is to make the move and will wants to be in firm contention for England ahead of this winter’s World Cup, in which regular football will be key.

The report also claims City could demand as much as £60million for Sterling if they are to sell to a potential title rival.

Thomas Tuchel’s side will face competition from Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Barcelona who have all been credited with showing an interest in the Englishman.

Sterling has scored 131 goals in 339 games for Man City, helping his side win multiple trophies including four Premier League titles.