Former England footballer Raheem Sterling has been arrested on suspicion of drug driving following a motorway crash. The 31-year-old is alleged to have crashed his Lamborghini on the M3 on Thursday morning, with police pulling him over at approximately 9am. Sterling was subsequently released on bail after reportedly colliding with motorway barriers.
Police Statement
Hampshire Police issued a statement confirming the incident: 'Just before 9am on Thursday, we received reports that a Lamborghini was in collision with barriers on the M3 southbound, close to the Minley Interchange. No other vehicles were involved and no injuries were reported. The driver, a 31-year-old man, from Berkshire, has been arrested on suspicion of driving a vehicle whilst unfit through drugs, driving dangerously, possession of a Class C drug and failing to provide a specimen. He has been bailed while our enquiries continue.'
Career Decline
Sterling's brush with the law marks another sad chapter in a career that has been in decline since he left Manchester City nearly four years ago. After establishing himself as a key figure in Manchester City's trophy-winning machine under Pep Guardiola, the winger lost his way at Chelsea amid the chaos and upheaval at Stamford Bridge. A loan move to Arsenal last season, where it was hoped he could rebuild his career under Mikel Arteta—who had been a key part of the coaching team during Sterling's best period at City—turned into a disaster.
Sterling managed just five Premier League starts during his time with the Gunners, scoring only one goal in all competitions and failing to cement a place in a forward line that had been decimated by injuries. Upon his return to Chelsea, it was made clear by the club's then-manager, Enzo Maresca, that he had no chance of forcing his way back into his plans, leading to six months on the sidelines. Eventually, Sterling's contract was terminated in January, despite his deal—worth £325,000-a-week—having 18 months left to run.
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