Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson has suggested that Raheem Sterling might find it tough to nail down a starting spot at Arsenal following his surprise transfer. Sterling's deadline day switch from Chelsea caught many off guard,

The structure of this deal benefits the Gunners hugely. Sporting director Edu Gaspar got the better of Chelsea in negotiations for Sterling, and as such the North London club had to pay no loan fee in order to secure his services and they will also pay less than 50% of his wages.

Raheem Sterling joined Arsenal in a shock move on transfer deadline day and has so far made two appearances for the Gunners but his role for the club has been played down

Mark Lawrenson has issued a stark warning to Raheem Sterling, suggesting the England international may struggle to secure a starting spot at Arsenal this season. Despite Sterling's shock last-minute move to The Emirates on transfer deadline day,

Raheem Sterling has been warned he may have to settle for a place on the Arsenal bench this season following his loan move from Chelsea.