Football News Update: Jadon Sancho’s ‘Return’ to Manchester United Training Sparks Speculation
As the football world gears up for the exciting events of Euro 2024, the Champions League, and the upcoming FIFA World Cup, there’s news surrounding one of the Premier League’s most talked-about players – Jadon Sancho.
According to reports, Manchester United are preparing for Jadon Sancho’s ‘return’ to training next week as the club struggles to offload the England international. The Red Devils paid a hefty £73 million to sign Sancho from Borussia Dortmund during the 2021 summer transfer window, but the 24-year-old has been unable to live up to the expectations following his big-money move to Old Trafford.
Sancho has faced personal issues and butted heads with Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag at the start of the 2023/24 campaign. After being omitted from the squad to face Arsenal in September, Sancho accused Ten Hag of making him a scapegoat and subsequently refused to apologize to the Dutch head coach. This led to Sancho being banished from the Manchester United first team, and he was sent back to Dortmund on loan during the January transfer window.
“During his loan spell, Sancho returned to form and shone for Dortmund as they surpassed expectations to reach the Champions League final.”
However, it has been reported that Dortmund are currently struggling to match Manchester United’s asking price to keep Sancho permanently. Serie A giants Juventus are also being mooted as a potential destination for the England international.
According to the Manchester Evening News, United are ‘planning for Sancho’s return to Carrington next week.’ The report adds that Manchester United expect Sancho to report for pre-season training on Monday, though it remains unclear if he will participate in the senior squad’s sessions.
United sources have stated that Sancho is available for transfer and valued at around £40 million, a significant drop from the £72.9 million the club paid for him in 2021. The Red Devils have previously been focused on selling Sancho as they look to raise funds for signings, with the addition of a centre-back, midfielder, and striker among their priorities.
However, a recent report from Italy suggests that the ‘opening to a loan is coming’ as Manchester United consider altering their stance on Sancho’s exit this summer. The Italian report explains that there is still no common vision on the amount for the redemption and the conditions that would trigger the obligation.
As the football world eagerly awaits the start of Euro 2024, the Champions League, and the FIFA World Cup, the future of Jadon Sancho at Manchester United remains uncertain. Fans and pundits alike will be closely monitoring the developments surrounding the talented Englishman’s next move.
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