Manchester United announced earlier this week that they will continue with Erik ten Hag as their manager, effectively ending any chances of Jadon Sancho reviving his career at the club.
The 24-year-old winger had a highly publicized conflict with Ten Hag after being accused of not meeting training standards, which led to his exclusion from the first team.
Sancho, who hadn’t played for United since last August, left his period of isolation by rejoining his former club Borussia Dortmund on loan in January for the latter half of the season.
During his time back in Germany, Sancho rediscovered his form, contributing significantly to Dortmund’s unexpected run to the Champions League final. In his 21 appearances under manager Edin Terzic, Sancho scored three goals and provided three assists, showcasing his talent and regaining some of his lost confidence.
Manchester United have reportedly set Sancho’s transfer fee at £40 million, making him available for permanent transfer. Dortmund, despite their interest in retaining Sancho, are unlikely to afford United’s asking price due to their financial constraints.
This financial limitation means Dortmund might explore another loan deal instead of a permanent transfer.
Meanwhile, Football Insider reports that Juventus has emerged as the frontrunner to sign Sancho.
The Italian giants are considering a loan arrangement, capitalizing on Dortmund’s financial hurdles. Additionally, Napoli, another Serie A club, has also shown interest in the English winger.
Sancho’s initial move to Manchester United from Dortmund three years ago was a high-profile transfer worth £73 million. Since then, he has made 82 appearances for United, scoring 12 goals and providing six assists. Despite these contributions, his tenure at Old Trafford has been marred by inconsistency and off-field issues.
United, facing a need to bolster their transfer budget, are looking to sell players this summer.
Their current transfer budget is reportedly around £50 million, and selling high-value players like Casemiro and Sancho could significantly increase their funds. This influx of money would be crucial for United as they aim to strengthen a squad that finished a disappointing eighth in the Premier League last season.
Sancho’s departure, particularly to a rival European club like Juventus, underscores the challenges and decisions United faces as they seek to rebuild under Ten Hag.
The potential move would not only mark the end of a tumultuous chapter for Sancho at United but also signal a strategic shift for the club in managing their squad and financial resources. The ongoing transfer developments will be closely watched by fans and analysts, anticipating how these changes will shape United’s future performance on both domestic and international stages.
