Former Arsenal winger arrested on suspicion of drug driving

The former Arsenal loanee has been released on bail while inquiries continue, adding to a difficult year after his Feyenoord spell stalled.

Sterling arrest for drug driving after crashing Lamborghini Former England winger’s vehicle hits barriers on M3 Player released on bail while Hampshire police investigate The Daily Telegraph - Sport Saturday30 May 2026By Sam Wallace CHIEF FOOTBALL WRITER Dutch experience: Raheem Sterling in action for Feyenoord this month, and (inset) playing for England in 2021 Raheem Sterling has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and possession of a Class C substance. Hampshire police said they received reports that a Lamborghini collided with barriers on the southbound M3 carriageway, close to the Minley Interchange just before 9am on Thursday. A statement added: “No other vehicles were involved and no injuries were reported. “The driver, a 31-yearold 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.” The former England international has been released on bail while inquiries continue. Sterling signed for Dutch side Feyenoord in February on a shortterm deal until the end of the season. The 31-year-old enjoyed success at Manchester City after joining from Liverpool in 2015. Sterling won the Golden Boy award as the world’s best young player during his time at Anfield and was awarded an MBE in 2021 for his services to racial equality. At City, Sterling won four Premier League titles, five League Cups and the FA Cup. His subsequent move to Chelsea in 2022 coincided with a steep decline in his form. His loan at Arsenal last season did not result in a permanent move despite being supported by Mikel Arteta – who had worked with him at City. Sterling left Chelsea by mutal agreement in January and signed for Feyenoord on a shortterm deal the following month. Sterling is currently without a club but the appeal of living on the Continent is huge and teams in Serie A are expected to register interest. Sterling will work with Ben Rosenblatt, his personal physio, next month to ensure that he is ready for pre-season. “I’ve enjoyed working with him,” Feyenoord coach Robin van Persie said recently. Sterling won 82 caps for England and played at three World Cup finals. His last game for England was at the 2022 World Cup. A source close to Sterling said that the strain of the abrupt end to his top-level playing career had taken a toll on his well-being. Article Name:Sterling arrest for drug driving after crashing Lamborghini Publication:The Daily Telegraph - Sport Saturday Section:Sport Football Author:By Sam Wallace CHIEF FOOTBALL WRITER Start Page:10 End Page:10 — The Telegraph 30 May 2026

Raheem Sterling has been arrested on suspicion of drug-driving and possession of a Class C substance after a Lamborghini crashed into barriers on the M3.

According to The Telegraph, Hampshire Police received reports just before 9am on Thursday that a Lamborghini had collided with barriers on the southbound carriageway near the Minley Interchange.

A police statement said: “No other vehicles were involved and no injuries were reported.

“The driver, a 31-yearold 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.”

The former Arsenal loanee and England international has been released on bail while inquiries continue.

Raheem Sterling of Arsenal reacts during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg match between Arsenal FC and PSV at Emirates Stadium on March 12, 2025 in London, England. — Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images

It is the latest setback in a poor 2026 for Sterling, whose career has continued to stall with his short-term move to Feyenoord.

The 31-year-old joined the Dutch side in February after leaving Chelsea, choosing Rotterdam despite interest from Everton and West Ham, but the move failed to bring the reset he needed.

Feyenoord have no interest in extending his stay after a spell in which Sterling managed just 421 minutes across all appearances, without scoring. He provided one assist and received one booking, but his last goal remains the one he scored for Arsenal against Bolton in September 2024.

Raheem Sterling of Arsenal scores his team's fourth goal during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Bolton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on September 25, 2024 in London, England. — Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images

The move to Feyenoord began badly, with work permit delays forcing Sterling to train in Belgium for four days before he could legally train with his new team. His debut came against Telstar at De Kuip Stadium on 22 February, but he never gathered any sort of momentum.

His decline has been sharp. Sterling has 174 goals and 126 assists across 585 games for Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal and Feyenoord, but his post-City career has not delivered the same level. His Arsenal loan did not work, his Feyenoord spell has failed to revive him, and he is now looking for another club at a point when his options at the top level appear increasingly limited.

Sterling remains convinced he can return to form, but after this latest incident and another underwhelming season, the question is no longer just where he plays next. It is whether he can still convince a serious club that the player who once shaped major games is still there.

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