Raheem Sterling has suffered ‘immeasurable’ psychological strain, close source says
Raheem Sterling has reportedly experienced significant psychological strain, feeling 'disposable' after a decade in professional football. This comes after his recent arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs. A source close to him highlighted the challenges he has faced, including racism and negative media coverage, which have contributed to his current struggles.
- ▪Raheem Sterling was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit through drugs.
- ▪A source indicated that he has been feeling 'disposable' after years at the top of football.
- ▪Sterling has faced racist abuse and criticized media coverage of black footballers.
- ▪He moved to Feyenoord to escape negativity but continues to struggle with psychological strain.
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A source close to Raheem Sterling, who is now playing for Feyenoord, said the footballer has been made to feel ‘disposable’. Photograph: Wart Brinkerhof/MTB-Photo/ShutterstockView image in fullscreenA source close to Raheem Sterling, who is now playing for Feyenoord, said the footballer has been made to feel ‘disposable’. Photograph: Wart Brinkerhof/MTB-Photo/ShutterstockUK newsRaheem Sterling has suffered ‘immeasurable’ psychological strain, close source saysRevelations come after former Chelsea winger was arrested under suspicion of driving ‘whilst unfit through drugs’Sammy Gecsoyler and agencySat 30 May 2026 11.42 EDTLast modified on Sat 30 May 2026 11.51 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleRaheem Sterling has been made to feel “disposable” after a decade at the top of football, a…
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