Raheem Sterling is warming up and preparing for his Arsenal debut after his loan signing from Chelsea.
The 29-year-old has been handed the number 30 shirt by Arsenal – it was previously worn by goalkeeper, Matt Turner.
There are two iconic numbers still available at the club, including the number ten shirt, which was worn by Emile Smith Rowe before he joined Fulham.
It was suggested that Arsenal’s new boy Sterling would have been handed that number, but he has unexpectedly taken the number 30 instead.
Perhaps, the Chelsea loanee doesn’t want to step on anyone’s toes and, because he is on loan, he wants to prove himself before taking the big number – that’s if he signs for the club for good.
