According to Algemeen Dagblad, Raheem Sterling and Feyenoord will separate after the current season, and a longer stay for the 31-year-old Englishman has been ruled out. Sterling has not fulfilled the high expectations, having played 333 minutes in the Eredivisie for Feyenoord. The player is committed to performing at his best until his departure on May 17. While Van Persie had initially suggested that discussions about extending the forward's stay might occur, this is reportedly no longer being considered.

Dutch journalist Lars Leeftink told FootballTransfers that there are already rumours that he could move to MLS this summer, and that given his performance so far at Feyenoord, this would actually be his current level. The 31-year-old English winger joined Feyenoord in February 2026, and his contract is set to expire on June 30, 2026. In the 2025/2026 Eredivisie season, Sterling has made 6 appearances, providing one assist and scoring no goals. The forward has 82 caps and 20 goals for England. According to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €5.00m.