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Struggles during first year Sterling recording six league goals and three assists on 42 shots (18 accurate) and 46 crosses (10 accurate) during his first season with Chelsea.

Impact Sterling had the potential to produce better stats, but three manager changes within the season made it difficult for him to stay consistent. With new manager Mauricio Pochettino taking over, he is expected to bring on better help to support Sterling for the 2023/24 season. His six goals this campaign was one of the lowest in his career as he typically averages about 13 goals per season.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots in draw Sterling attempted five shots (two on target) and three crosses (one accurate).

Impact Sterling has had a difficult first season in London, but ended the campaign with one of his best performances for Chelsea, attempting five shots in a single game for only the second time since his transfer from City. One of his crosses led to the Kieran Trippier own goal and he was unlucky not to add to his six goals this season. The winger can be expected to push on next season if new manager Mauricio Pochettino can bring some much needed stability to the club.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Sterling (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Sunday's finale against Newcastle.

Impact Sterling returns to the XI Sunday despite recent comments by Gareth Southgate regarding fitness and a hamstring issue. Sterling scored a recent brace, but in the finale, he's likely set for only 70 or so minutes. The hope for most Chelsea players Sunday will be to show future manager Mauricio Pochettino what they can do on the pitch.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses game against Man United Sterling wasn't in the squad for Thursday's match against Manchester United because of a hamstring issue.

Impact Sterling was on back-to-back starts for Chelsea and then he wasn't called up to the England national team and Gareth Southgate mentioned the forward had been battling a hamstring issue. Of course, after that comment, Sterling was out of the squad Thursday and appears likely to miss Sunday's finale. In a tough season for he and Chelsea, Sterling managed nine goals and four assists across 36 league and UCL appearances (30 starts).

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea are still to see the best of Raheem Sterling - he is determined to put that right Everyone expected more of Raheem Sterling at Chelsea, including the player himself. So why has it been such a struggle at Stamford Bridge?

MAY 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Nets brace Sterling scored two goals to go with five shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Sterling got his first brace since August, but it was not enough for the team to secure the two points Saturday. He has been struggling during his first year with the club, recording just six goals after totaling 13 with Manchester City in 2021.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Raheem Sterling strikes again for Chelsea against Nottingham Forest | Premier League

MAY 13, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Raheem Sterling pulls Chelsea level v. Nottingham Forest | Premier League

MAY 13, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Delivers first assist since December Sterling assisted once and created a chance in Saturday's 3-1 win versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Sterling came on after 63 for Mykhailo Mudryk. He added immediate energy to the Chelsea attack making a series of dangerous cutting runs through Bournemouth's defense. One of these runs released the ball for Joao Felix to strike Chelsea's third goal. This was Sterling's first assist since December and he has not scored an EPL goal since January. From 25 appearances (20 starts) he has scored four and created three assists.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates pair of chances Sterling created two chances while sending in three crosses during Wednesday's 2-0 loss to Brentford.

Impact Sterling returned to the starting XI after falling to the bench in a mid-week Champions League clash. The forward created a pair of chances but did little more in yet another disappointing loss. Sterling as made 23 appearances (19 starts) in the Premier League since joining Chelsea, and has been held to four goals and two assists, despite creating 29 chances.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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In squad against Liverpool Sterling (hamstring) will be a substitute option for Tuesday's matchup with Liverpool.

Impact Sterling returns to the squad following a three-match absence due to his hamstring problem. Barring any setbacks, the forward should be in contention to reclaim his place in the starting XI, having featured in each of his previous three contests. As such, Sterling could get the start versus Wolverhampton on Saturday, though that hasn't been officially confirmed.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Tuesday Sterling (hamstring) may be an option to face Liverpool on Tuesday. Manager Graham Potter told reporters, "Raheem's coming back, he will miss the game but I think he's got more of...

Impact Sterling won't be available against Aston Villa on Saturday but seems to be nearing a return to action. In 19 Premier League appearances this year, including 16 starts, the forward has registered four goals on 28 shots (12 on target), two assists and 34 crosses (eight accurate). Once back on the pitch, Sterling could offer decent top-half fantasy production.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Sterling (hamstring) returned to training with Chelsea on Tuesday ahead of the clash against Aston Villa at the weekend.

Impact Sterling missed Chelsea's final two games before the international break due to a hamstring injury, and he was ruled out from England's squad during the window as well while he recovered. But he was back on the training pitch with his club teammates on Tuesday and could be a fitness test to be able to play against Villa on Saturday.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out through international break Sterling (hamstring) will miss Saturday's clash against Everton as well as the upcoming international break with England, Chelsea manager Graham Potter confirmed in his press confe...

Impact Potter says Sterling's hamstring injury is "not too serious," but this will be the second game he's missed. He will hope to regain his fitness during the international break and be ready for the resumption of the club season in April.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out as expected Sterling is not in the match day squad to face Leicester on Saturday.

Impact Sterling misses out on Saturday's match as he recovers from a hamstring injury. The attacker will hope to return in time for next week's match against Everton.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Foxes Sterling is doubtful against Leicester City on Saturday due to a hamstring problem. Manager Graham Potter told reporters, "Raheem had a little feeling in his hamstring, more tightn...

Impact Sterling had made three straight starts prior to sustaining in hamstring injury in which he registered one goal on four shots (two on target), five crosses (one accurate) and four chances created. If Sterling is unable to play, Mykhailo Mudryk could step into the starting XI in an attacking role.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea beats Dortmund 2-0, advances to Champions League QF

Kai Havertz fired Chelsea into the Champions League quarterfinals to ease the pressure on manager Graham Potter

MARCH 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dortmund's Julian Brandt injured in CL game at Chelsea

Borussia Dortmund midfielder Julian Brandt was injured and substituted after just five minutes of his team’s Champions League round-of-16 second leg against Chelsea

MARCH 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets in win Sterling scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-0 win against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Sterling scored once during Tuesday's win, with what proved to be a crucial goal. The striker hasn't had the best of luck with his new club languishing in the middle of the Premier League table. Still there's a lot to like about this attack and Sterling has the ability to be a threat in any match.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active display in win over Leeds Sterling had two off-target shots, created three chances, sent in two crosses (one accurate) and drew three fouls during Saturday's 1-0 win over Leeds.

Impact Sterling made his second straight start and this time he was way better, being involved in many dangerous plays while he was on the pitch. Anyway, this is still a disappointing first campaign with Chelsea for the winger, who scored double-digit goals in each of the previous five campaigns with Man City but has just four goals and two assists over 19 league appearances this season.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots off bench versus Saints Sterling had four shots (one on target), created one chance, sent in three inaccurate crosses and drew two fouls during Saturday's 2-0 loss against Southampton.

Impact Sterling returned from the knee injury that slowed him down as of left, being part of a halftime substitution and making an immediate impact in an offense that was largely ineffective during the first half. The forward was very active both on and off the ball but, unfortunately for him, accuracy wasn't there at the time to finish plays. Anyway, the fact that Sterling didn't have any physical setback was encouraging and he'll certainly be heavily deployed during upcoming games.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Sterling is fit and in the match day squad to face Southampton on Saturday.

Impact Sterling has recovered from a knee injury in time to take up a place in Saturday's squad. The attacker has plenty of competition for starts after Chelsea's January spending spree.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training ahead of Southampton clash Sterling (knee) is expected to train with the squad in the lead-up to a matchup with Southampton on Saturday. Manager Graham Potter told reporters, "We're going to train later on t...

Impact Sterling has struggled for fitness of late, making just one 30-minute substitute appearance in the club's previous six contests. When fit this season, the forward has recorded six goals on 27 shots (12 on target), three assists, 39 crosses (nine accurate) and 11 corners in 22 Premier League and Champions League contests.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in training Sterling (knee) is out for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Borussia Dortmund after suffering a setback with his injury last week.

Impact Sterling suffered the setback to his knee in training prior to last weekend's draw with West Ham, and he is not traveling with Chelsea for the UCL Round of 16 match on Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE