- EXCLUSIVE from Graeme Bailey
HITC understands that Arsenal have continued talks with Chelsea over a deal for Raheem Sterling on deadline day.
Chelsea are desperate to offload the 29-year-old winger before Friday’s 11pm deadline.
HITC revealed on Friday morning that Arsenal have been offered the chance to sign Raheem Sterling, and talks between the two London rivals have continued throughout the day.
HITC understands that Arsenal have an interest in a possible loan deal for Raheem Sterling, but negotiations are ongoing over the final terms, including how much of his wages would be covered.
Arsenal would require Chelsea to cover a sizeable chunk of Sterling’s wages with the winger one of the highest earners at Stamford Bridge.
Sterling was also offered to Manchester United but Arsenal are now the only club in the running if he leaves Chelsea.
Raheem Sterling deal will have impact on £25m ace
There are only a few hours remaining until the window slams shut, but Arsenal have continued talks over a potential deal for Sterling.
Should they finalise a deal, HITC understands that Arsenal are willing to part ways with Reiss Nelson.
Four clubs are interested in a deadline day for Nelson, who is valued at £25million by Arsenal.
HITC understands that there is plenty of interest in Nelson and a potential move for the 24-year-old could go down to the wire.
Arsenal could cause transfer domino effect
If Arsenal green-light a deal for Sterling, it could cause a domino effect throughout the Premier League.
Nelson would be allowed to leave, and there are a number of top-flight clubs who are in the market for a winger.
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Newcastle United have shown a late interest in Anthony Elanga as they look to sign a right-sided forward, and Nelson could be the perfect replacement for the Swedish star.
Alternatively, the Magpies could go directly to Arsenal to sign Nelson as they look to end their transfer window on a high.
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