Mark Lawrenson has cast doubt on Raheem Sterling’s chances of becoming a key player for Arsenal this season, despite the England winger’s surprise move to the Gunners on transfer deadline day.
After being left out in the cold by Chelsea’s new boss Enzo Maresca, Sterling made the switch to The Emirates, where he’s set to vie for a spot with stars like Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Leandro Trossard. Sterling has already featured against Tottenham and Atalanta since his arrival, but Lawrenson believes his role will be limited under Mikel Arteta’s stewardship.
Speaking to Paddy Power ahead of Arsenal’s title showdown against Manchester City, the ex-Liverpool defender and pundit expressed his view: “At Arsenal, I think Raheem Sterling will solely be used for squad depth, I don’t see him breaking into the starting team. I’d imagine that the manager will have already told him that he’ll be a 25-minute man each week and that will be it, unless he does well when he gets a chance.
