Borussia Dortmund are reportedly keen on signing 23-year-old Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho in January.
A report from Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Manchester United are currently in advanced talks with Borussia Dortmund to loan Jadon Sancho, with discussions reaching key stages. The Italian journalist has revealed that Manchester United will have to pay a portion of his wages, and the Bundesliga club will pay a loan fee.
Jadon Sancho Looking to Resurrect His Career
Sancho has failed to live up to the expectations since the big-money move to Manchester United. So, it would be ideal for him to leave the club and a move back to Borussia Dortmund could get his career back on track.
The 23-year-old is not a starter for Manchester United, and he has fallen out of favour with manager Erik ten Hag. The Englishman needs to play regularly at this stage of his career and an exit from Old Trafford would be ideal for him. It will be interesting to see if he can secure a return to his former club.
Sancho played his best football with Borussia Dortmund in the past, and a return to Germany could help him get back to his best. He was regarded as a world-class talent during his time at the Bundesliga. club. So, returning to his comfort soon could help him regain his confidence and sharpness.
Manchester United Want to Cut Their Losses
As for Manchester United, they will hope that the winger can impress on loan during the second half of the season so that they can sell him permanently in the summer. The transfer has not worked out for either party, and it would be ideal for them to go their separate ways.
Manchester United are unlikely to be able to recoup the amount of money they paid for Sancho. So, they will have to cut their losses on him and move on. They have even considered terminating his contract.
It will be interesting to see if Manchester United decide to sign a quality winger in January after getting rid of the England international. They are in desperate need of attacking reinforcements and could certainly use a goalscoring winger who will chip in with creativity and flair from the wide areas as well.
