Raheem Sterling drops Arsenal update ahead of Leicester after Kai Havertz injury
Arsenal winger Raheem Sterling took to social media to share an update as the team prepares to face Leicester City.
Arsenal will host Leicester on 15 February at the Emirates Stadium in the Premier League as they look to close the gap at the top of the table.
Sterling has been in and out of the squad this season but could see more game time following Gabriel Martinelli’s injury against Newcastle.
Arsenal fans have criticised owner Stan Kroenke for failing to bring in attacking reinforcements during the January transfer window, with Kai Havertz now also sidelined through injury.
Sterling has struggled to win over Arsenal supporters since his arrival but remains active on social media ahead of this crucial league fixture.
Mikel Arteta must show more trust in Raheem Sterling
The winger posted a training update on Instagram, sharing a photo of himself alongside Leandro Trossard.
Arsenal opted against terminating Sterling’s loan in January, despite speculation that they might do so to free up space for another loan signing.
With Sterling and Neto both on loan, Arsenal have filled their two domestic loan spots, meaning they were unable to move for loan signings such as Evan Ferguson, who ultimately joined West Ham.
Mikel Arteta has rarely placed his trust in the Chelsea loanee, handing him just nine Premier League appearances this season, only three of which have been starts.
He has also been overlooked in the Champions League, starting just twice in the competition.
Raheem Sterling given a chance to prove his worth at Arsenal
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The Gunners are facing an injury crisis, with Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Martinelli, and Havertz all currently sidelined.
Arsenal supporters called for the club to sign an attacker in January, but no reinforcements arrived despite the growing list of absentees.
The club were linked with several high-profile forwards, including Benjamin Sesko, Alexander Isak, and Ollie Watkins, but failed to complete any deals before the transfer deadline.
Now, the Spanish coach must rely on Sterling, who has struggled for both form and opportunities since joining.
This is not only a crucial period for the English winger to prove himself but also a major test for Arteta as he navigates the club through their injury crisis.