Darren Bent says he’s been shocked by how bad £50m Arsenal player is

Darren Bent Expresses Astonishment at £50M Arsenal Star’s Poor Form

Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes seem to be slipping away. After failing to secure victories against West Ham and Nottingham Forest, the Gunners have fallen behind in the title race, while Liverpool has surged ahead.

Arsenal’s Struggles in Attack

The team’s attacking lineup has been significantly weakened due to injuries. With key players like Kai Havertz ruled out for the season and Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Gabriel Jesus also sidelined, Arsenal has been forced to rely on alternative options. Unfortunately, many of these players have failed to deliver.

Leandro Trossard has faced criticism for his performances, and Raheem Sterling, who arrived in a £50 million deal, has struggled immensely. His form has been so underwhelming that even football pundit Darren Bent has expressed shock at how poorly the England international has performed this season.

Darren Bent’s Honest Take on Sterling’s Disappointing Season

Speaking on Inside Gooners, Bent admitted that he was never overly excited about Sterling’s signing but expected him to perform at a higher level than he has.

“I wasn’t exactly thrilled when Arsenal signed Sterling, but I saw the logic in the move. It was a late-window deal, and Arsenal needed reinforcements. I thought, ‘Alright, this is his moment to rediscover his best form.’ Given the amount of football he has played since a young age, he may be only 30, but his body has endured the workload of a 35-year-old. Even with that in mind, I didn’t anticipate him struggling this much. I honestly thought he’d be better.”

Sterling’s Worst Season Ever?

Sterling’s decline is not just a minor dip in form—it is arguably the worst season of his professional career. A player once renowned for his blistering pace and sharp finishing now finds himself struggling to make an impact.

A quick glance at his statistics paints a grim picture:

These numbers highlight the alarming downturn in his performance. From being a prolific attacker at Manchester City, contributing double-digit goals and assists, Sterling has now recorded just one goal contribution all season.

The Road Ahead for Sterling

Given his drastic drop in form, questions are being raised about Sterling’s future at the club. Has age caught up with him? Has his body taken too much punishment over the years? Whatever the reason, it appears his time as an elite Premier League forward may be coming to an end.

With his Arsenal loan spell looking increasingly like a short-term experiment gone wrong, it remains to be seen where he will be playing next season. One thing is certain: unless he stages a remarkable turnaround, Sterling’s days at the top level could be numbered.