According to the latest report from ESPN senior reporter James Olley, Premier League giants Arsenal have successfully secured Chelsea winger Sterling on loan in the final stages of the transfer market, and this loan deal does not require the payment of any loan fee, which is undoubtedly a huge surprise to Arsenal fans.
Chelsea were reportedly actively seeking a way out for Sterling in the final hours before the transfer window closed and sent out invitations for enquiries to a number of clubs. Despite a Saudi side showing a keen interest in Sterling, the England international was quick to turn down the offer, showing his desire to remain playing in Europe's top leagues.
Faced with Sterling's insistence and the urgency of the transfer market, Chelsea finally made a bold decision: not only were they willing to send Sterling out on loan to Arsenal, but they also volunteered to take on the majority of the player's salary for one season, which is about £10 million. Such a move undoubtedly reduces the pressure on Arsenal's finances, allowing them to complete the deal more easily.
Arsenal side is very satisfied to be able to get Sterling on loan. They believe that Sterling, as an experienced and outstanding winger, will greatly enhance the team's offensive strength, providing more options for the team's front line. At the same time, considering that Chelsea is willing to bear most of Sterling's salary, Arsenal only need to pay less than half of the player's salary, which is undoubtedly a very cost-effective deal.
In the end, Arsenal and Chelsea managed to reach an agreement, Sterling will join Arsenal on loan and represent the team in the following season. For Chelsea, although they lost Sterling's position in the team, but can recover part of the cost by way of loan, and avoid the risk of player devaluation in the transfer market; and for Arsenal, they have gained a strength of the front line of the outstanding reinforcement for the team's road to the championship to add more possibilities.
