The 82-cap England veteran faces stiff competition from young talents such as Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Leandro Trossard. Although Sterling has made appearances against both Tottenham and Atalanta since his transfer, Lawrenson remains sceptical about his chances under Mikel Arteta.

Raheem Sterling joined Arsenal on loan before last month's transfer deadline, but the Chelsea outcast has been warned that he is unlikely to play a major role at his new club

Sterling: 🗣"Biggest club in London, you know? So I’m running around telling my mates, ‘I’m off to the Arsenal!’" His mum refused to let him join 👀

Mikel Arteta has said he knew within ten seconds of speaking to Raheem Sterling that he was the right signing for Arsenal and warned the winger has a point to prove as he looks to revitalise his career.

Arsenal newcomer Raheem Sterling could now do something for the Gunners against Tottenham that hasn't been done since 1935.

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

Arsenal transfer news as Mikel Arteta makes brutal Thomas Partey substitution which raises questions of his future