TA: Bayern wanted to sign Sterling in the summer window, but the players were unwilling to move to Germany

According to The Athletic, Bayern had wanted to sign Chelsea attacker Sterling in the summer window, but he was unwilling to move to Germany.

On Wednesday, Chelsea took a family photo of the new season, and Sterling did not appear in the camera. In the middle of this month, Sterling posted a photo of the training ground on social media, with the caption "2021" to indicate when he was there. A few days later, it was reported that the PFA (England Professional Players' Union) contacted Chelsea to ensure that Sterling and DiSassi were treated properly.

Perhaps the most important thing that has happened since then is that the two have practiced several times with the U21 team. A source revealed to TA that this is all part of their plan to keep players in shape before the winter window.

Meanwhile, Sterling is still working with his team, focusing on strength training, ball training and physical training, and Sterling is equipped with various training facilities at her home in London. The extra free time means he can spend more time with his children, visiting his son Thiago at Arsenal Academic College and attending the RS7 Academic College course for young players.

TA then wrote, why did the club or Sterling not find a solution to avoid all this? Cost is one reason. Even if Chelsea bears part of Sterling's salary, this is still a expense that has prevented other teams from hiding. According to sources close to Sterling, the striker does not want to repeat the mistakes he had made last summer. At that time, Sterling signed a loan contract with Arsenal before closing the window, and there was almost no time to discuss with Arteta how to use him.

This summer transfer window, some European clubs do have a chance to Sterling. Although they are mainly loaning for a season, sources close to Sterling said the biggest factor is that he wants to stay in London where his family lives. Bayern tried to convince Sterling to join in the last moment, which may not be surprising considering former teammate Kompany served as head coach. Sterling was also mentioned when discussing a deal with Chelsea to loan Jackson.

According to sources close to Sterling, he is reluctant to move his family to Germany and leave his family for a long time, especially when regular playing time cannot be guaranteed. As for transfers to several other London teams, some teams are interested in loans, but never close to formal negotiations.

Sterling will feel that he has done nothing wrong, because no suitable club has appeared, and Chelsea will think that they have done nothing wrong. Sterling will have the opportunity to join some giants, but he eventually refused. So what about now? By the time the winter window opens, Sterling will not play official games for 7 months, and the possibility of transfer will definitely not be that high.

Another option is to reach a settlement on his contract that expires in 2027. The problem is that Sterling will not give up his salary of about 30 million he deserves, who will? Chelsea will not pay the full penalty to get rid of him. Which club will do this? To do this, a compromise must be reached. And until the solution is found, there is no winner.