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'It hasn't been on my mind at all': Raheem Sterling insists he does NOT let the racist abuse he received at Stamford Bridge in 2018 affect his perception of Chelsea after joining the Blues this summer from Man City

Raheem Sterling insists he never had any doubts about joining Chelsea because of the racist abuse he suffered at Stamford Bridge a few years ago.

The England international was playing for Manchester City when targeted by a supporter during a Premier League match in December 2018.

Three and half years on, he has joined Thomas Tuchel's side in a £50million move.

Speaking to the media for the first time since his arrival, Sterling claimed the incident never played a role in his decision.

'I saw a short thing about it yesterday (Wednesday), that was the first time I remembered it,' the 27-year-old said.