Raheem Sterling Pens Touching Farwell Message to Man City As He Nears Chelsea Move

• Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling has said his final goodbye to the Citizens ahead of his move to Chelsea
• Having missed out on Raphinha, Chelsea are on the verge of securing their first signing of the season with Raheem Sterling confirming his Man City exit in a heartfelt farewell message
• It is believed that the Blues will pay £47.5 million rising to £50m in add-ons to secure the services of the former Liverpool forward

English attacker Raheem Sterling has all but confirmed his imminent move to Chelsea with a heartfelt farewell message to Manchester City.

The 27-year-old is on the cusp of joining Chelsea after spending seven-storied seasons with Manchester City.

He was earlier spotted boarding a plane to link up with his new Chelsea teammates, who have already touched down in the United States for pre-season.

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In a post on micro-blogging platform Twitter, sighted by Sports Brief, Sterling bid Man City farewell following his almost-done deal with the Blues.

Taking to Twitter, the England international released a statement where he thanked the Citizens and their fans.

It read: "Seven seasons. Eleven major trophies. A lifetime of memories.

"To the coaching staff who have played a massive role in my development over the years. To my team-mates who have become more than just those I share a pitch with.

"To the backroom staff. To the office staff. To the fans who have tirelessly supported the team, and to everyone involved with Manchester City. My respect for you couldn't be greater.

"What a ride it's been. I am thankful for the ups and the downs, as it's the downs that have, at times, tested my strength and resolve and enabled me to stand here in front of you as the best possible version of myself.

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"I arrived in Manchester a 20-year-old. Today I leave as a man. Thank you for your endless support. It's been an honour to wear the shirt of Manchester City."

Raheem Sterling jets off to the US to link up with Chelsea

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Raheem Sterling has reportedly jetted out to Los Angeles to link up with Chelsea ahead of his Stamford Bridge move from Manchester City.

The English forward is on the verge of joining Chelsea this summer in a deal worth £50m, having already undergone a medical.

According to Daily Mail, Sterling could potential make his bow for the Blues next Thursday or against rivals Arsenal during the Florida Cup final scheduled for the following Saturday.