Manchester United's turbulent season has taken another dramatic turn as out-of-favour winger Jadon Sancho edges closer to a sensational return to Borussia Dortmund. The 23-year-old England international, frozen out by Erik ten Hag following a public fallout, could be heading back to Germany on loan as early as January.
Sancho's United Nightmare Nears End
The £73m signing has endured a miserable spell at Old Trafford since his high-profile falling out with manager Ten Hag in September. After refusing to apologise for contradicting the Dutchman's claims about his training performances, Sancho has been training separately from the first team for four months.
Sources close to the player suggest he's desperate to revive his career elsewhere, with Dortmund emerging as his most likely destination. The Bundesliga club, where Sancho flourished between 2017-2021, are reportedly keen to bring their former star back on a six-month loan deal.
Dortmund Ready to Rescue Former Prodigy
Borussia Dortmund's sporting director Sebastian Kehl has publicly admitted the club are monitoring Sancho's situation. 'We know Jadon very well,' Kehl told German media. 'When a player of his quality becomes available, it's natural we'd consider it.'
The potential move could benefit all parties:
- Sancho regains regular football at a club where he previously thrived
- Dortmund add creativity to their Champions League push
- United remove a disruptive influence while saving on wages
Ten Hag's Future Adds to United Chaos
Meanwhile, Erik ten Hag's position as Manchester United manager appears increasingly precarious following Sir Jim Ratcliffe's partial takeover. The INEOS chief is conducting a thorough review of football operations, with many expecting significant changes in the new year.
Should Ten Hag depart, it could potentially open the door for Sancho's United revival. However, club insiders suggest the relationship may be beyond repair regardless of who's in the dugout.
January Transfer Window Promises Drama
With the January transfer window now open, all eyes will be on Old Trafford as the Sancho saga reaches its climax. The coming weeks could see:
- Sancho's loan move to Dortmund finalised
- United exploring permanent transfer options
- Potential managerial changes affecting the situation
One thing appears certain - Jadon Sancho has almost certainly played his last game for Manchester United under the current regime.
