Representatives for Raheem Sterling are holding talks with several clubs. Brentford has been mentioned as a potential destination for Sterling, though the club's chances are reduced by financial constraints. Sterling is willing to accept a substantial pay cut and is prepared to sign for less than a third of his former €375,000 per week wage from Chelsea.

According to 90min, 31-year-old winger Raheem Sterling, who has 82 caps and 20 goals for England, is seeking a new club following the mutual termination of his contract with Chelsea. It was widely reported over the summer that he wished to remain in London. One of his remaining options in the city is Brentford, a club that has previously shown a willingness to recruit senior players and has benefited from Jordan Henderson's leadership this season. However, a significant financial obstacle exists, as Brentford would struggle to approach Sterling's former salary from Chelsea, which was in the region of £325,000 per week. Henderson is believed to be Brentford's highest earner, with wages that are less than a quarter of what Sterling was making. Other London clubs including Crystal Palace, Fulham and West Ham United have also been recently linked with the player. Sterling's current Transfermarkt market value is €5.00m, and his last permanent transfer was from Manchester City to Chelsea in July 2022 for a reported €56.2 million.