Raheem Sterling sends goodbye message to Man City as Chelsea deal edges closer

FAREWELL: Raheem Sterling enjoyed seven successful seasons at Manchester City. Pic: John Walton/PA

Raheem Sterling has said he will leave Manchester City “a man” after his move to Chelsea edged closer and he announced the end of his seven-year stay at the Etihad Stadium.

The 27-year-old posted a goodbye message on social media as an expected transfer to join Chelsea neared completion.