New Chelsea boss Todd Boehly made contact with the Premier League champions on Monday with a view to wrapping up a deal over bringing Raheem Sterling to Stamford Bridge in the coming week.Sterling has already held positive discussions with Blues manager Thomas Tuchel over how he would be utilised in German’s squad, with that conversation solidifying the 27-year-old’s desire to leave the Etihad Stadium, as per Sportsmail.A formal bid is expected in the coming days as City’s squad reshuffle continues after a fourth title in five years. Chelsea still need to thrash out personal terms with the England international, who is in the final 12 months of his 350,000-euros-a-week contract.Tue 01:15: (2.70) Wanderers (2.95) Montevideo City (2.75)It is believed that Sterling’s wish to end a stellar seven-year stay at City was discussed with club executives at the beginning of the month. Cityzens have afforded the forward time to assess his options, with a likely exit handled amicably.Manchester City’s executives are allowing Gabriel Jesus to make the move to Arsenal for an initial 52 million euros and Sterling’s valuation is believed to be north of that figure and could be 64 million European banknotes.The signing of Sterling could work on multiple fronts. The Englishman arriving would represent a major statement for Boehly and offer Tuchel more firepower in attacking areas ahead of the new season, with Romelu Lukaku re-joining Inter Milan on loan.##EDITORS_CHOICE##Along with Sterling’s ability, Tuchel is believed to value the experience and leadership qualities the footballer could bring to his Chelsea squad.An opening bid is thought to be imminent with some sources, optimistic about the deal, believing that all three parties are open to closing a move.The departure of Antonio Rudiger has seen Chelsea take a hit in that department and captain Cesar Azpilicueta could follow too.Chelsea formally approach Man City to sign Raheem Sterling 🚨 pic.twitter.com/gO692bdiZZ— MailOnline Sport (@MailSport) June 27, 2022
