Raheem Sterling will make his debut for Chelsea against Charlotte in North Carolina on Wednesday.

The England forward has been training with Chelsea in America after joining from Manchester City.

And Blues manager Thomas Tuchel says Sterling is excited for his Blues debut.

"Raheem is absolutely ready to go," Tuchel told the club's website.

"He will be on the pitch against Charlotte and we are happy about that. He is excited to play his first match."