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World Cup 2022: Raheem Sterling asks FA to look at him returning to Qatar for England v France

Raheem Sterling has asked the Football Association to look into the logistics of him rejoining the England squad at the World Cup in Qatar, according to a source close to the player.

A decision is expected on Thursday, with England preparing to face France in the quarter-finals on Saturday.

Chelsea winger Sterling, 28, left Qatar on Sunday after reports of a break-in at his Surrey mansion.

Sterling's representative had said the player's family were at home on Saturday when there were "armed intruders". The former Liverpool and Manchester City forward was said to be "shaken" and concerned for the well-being of his children.