The player has returned to London after his residence was invaded and may never play again at the World Cup
Forward Raheem Sterling is unlikely to play England the quarterfinal match of world Cup, against France, this Saturday (10). The athlete had his home in Surrey, the London metropolis, invaded and will return to Qatar only when he has the guarantee that his family is completely safe. He may not even compete at the World Cup anymore.
The information was initially published by ‘The Sun’, which heard from sources related to the player and his family, and was also replicated with confirmations and more details by other British portals, such as the Daily Mail.
The first piece of information about the robbery is that Sterling’s family was present. However, the athlete’s wife, Paige, and the couple’s three children were in Qatar, after the group stage of the Cup, and the invasion took place at that time. The attacker’s wife became aware of what happened on Saturday evening (3), when she noticed the misappropriation of jewels and watches which, together, were valued at 300,000 euros (R $1.6 million, at the exchange rate current). She automatically called the police.
Sterling’s residence is in a gated community, valued at £6 million (R$38.1 million at current prices). He recently moved there, shortly after moving from Manchester City to Chelsea in July this year. The initiative to live there was born from the idea of ​​having more security. However, the player’s neighbors believe the murder was planned, as some on-site work was carried out during the week, and this included contractors and other employees having access to the house.
Sterling is the second Chelsea player to have his home invaded in just over a year. In September 2021, Reece James’ side also had their house stolen while defending the Blues in a Champions League match. On the occasion, a safe was opened with the medals that the player won in football and objects taken by the criminals.
England have cleared the striker to return to London and will not push him back. Coach Gareth Southgate himself made it clear that family comes first and that it’s time for the group to wish the player strength and support.
Sterling’s absence makes room for 22-year-old Phil Foden, who plays for Manchester City. The player was a starter in England’s 3-0 win over Senegal in the round of 16 of the World Cup and distinguished himself with two assists.
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