Earlier this week, Manchester United confirmed they will continue with Erik ten Hag as their manager, effectively ending any prospects of Jadon Sancho reviving his career at the club.
The 24-year-old winger had a public conflict with Ten Hag over training standards, leading to his exclusion from the first team.
Since last August, Sancho had not played for United and rejoined his former club Borussia Dortmund on loan in January for the latter part of the season.
In Germany, Sancho rediscovered his form, significantly contributing to Dortmund’s unexpected run to the Champions League final.
He made 21 appearances under manager Edin Terzic, scoring three goals and providing three assists, regaining some of his lost confidence.
Manchester United have reportedly set Sancho’s transfer fee at £40 million, making him available for a permanent transfer.
However, Dortmund, despite their interest in keeping Sancho, might not afford United’s asking price due to financial constraints and may explore another loan deal instead.
Football Insider reports that Juventus has emerged as the frontrunner to sign Sancho, considering a loan arrangement due to Dortmund’s financial hurdles. Additionally, Napoli has 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. However, his time at Old Trafford has been marked by inconsistency and off-field issues.
United, looking to bolster their transfer budget, are aiming to sell players this summer. Their current transfer budget is around £50 million, and selling high-value players like Casemiro and Sancho could significantly increase their funds.
This financial boost is crucial for United as they aim to strengthen a squad that finished a disappointing eighth in the Premier League last season.
Sancho’s departure to a European rival like Juventus underscores the challenges and decisions United faces as they seek to rebuild under Ten Hag.
This potential move not only marks the end of a turbulent chapter for Sancho at United but also signals 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 domestically and internationally.
