"I tried to fight and change the situation" - Raheem Sterling reveals reason for Manchester City exit

One of the biggest headline departures from Manchester City has been none other than Raheem Sterling.

The 27-year old won 11 competitive honours during his time at City, playing a crucial role during what has arguably been a golden era for the East Manchester club.

The numbers speak for themselves in emphasizing Sterling’s immense contribution, as he registered 131 goals and 94 assists during his time in Sky Blue.

Whilst City supporters are incredibly grateful for his incredible contributions, particularly during the 2017/18 centurion season,

things did start to take a turn for the worse for the electric forward over the past 24 months.

With one-year remaining on his City contract, the Englishman completed a £47.5 million move to Stamford Bridge last month, one of three big name departures from the club this summer.

However, it remains a popular opinion that the Englishman possibly endured his most underwhelming season in a City shirt, as per his own outstanding standards.

“The move came about because as a person you strive to achieve stuff. I felt my playing time at Man City was getting limited and you can't afford to waste that time. I didn't want to see my time rising and falling so I made the change.

Ultimately, it seems as if both Manchester City and Raheem Sterling are content with their decision to part ways, which is the ideal way to deal with such a high-profile exit.