Frank Leboeuf, the revered Chelsea legend, unleashes a scathing attack on Raheem Sterling, the £50 million star of the Blues, accusing him of being nothing more than a clumsy presence on the field.
Expressing his discontent with Sterling’s contributions this season, Leboeuf holds no punches when it comes to assessing the England international’s performance.
Since his high-profile move from Manchester City last summer, Sterling’s debut season at Chelsea has left much to be desired. With a meager six Premier League goals to his name, the 28-year-old has struggled to make the impact expected of him.
Leboeuf, known for his straight talk, writes in a fiery column on Si & Dan Talk Chelsea, “I always strive to be fair and respectful to players, both as individuals and as athletes. However, when it comes to Raheem Sterling’s tenure at Chelsea, I have to admit that he falls short in delivering that extra spark.”
Questioning the reasoning behind Sterling’s hefty price tag, Leboeuf refers to the player’s transition from Liverpool to Manchester City and now to Chelsea. He suggests that if esteemed manager Pep Guardiola decided to part ways with Sterling, it must have been for valid reasons. The former Chelsea defender further contends that the initial £50 million investment was excessive for what Sterling brings to the team.
“On the pitch, Sterling fails to exude leadership and is plagued by a sense of clumsiness,” Leboeuf asserts. Despite acknowledging the rare joy of witnessing Sterling net two goals against Forest, the legendary footballer expresses his overall dissatisfaction with Sterling’s performances. Leboeuf highlights the recurring issues of ball losses, missed opportunities, and a general lack of finesse.
As the debate rages on, the clash of opinions between Leboeuf and Sterling’s supporters intensifies, with the Chelsea legend unapologetically labeling the talented player as nothing more than a liability on the field.