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Manchester United could still take Jadon Sancho back to Old Trafford if the proposed deal with Chelsea breaks down
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This agreement enabled Chelsea to gain instant wing reinforcement and also set the stage for Sancho’s potential long-term transfer.
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The team is continuing to push for a new winger this summer, irrespective of whether they secure a permanent contract for Sancho or not.
Jadon Sancho joined Chelsea last summer on a loan agreement that included a commitment to make the move permanent.
The details of the agreement were tied to the club’s final standing in the Premier League at the season’s conclusion.
Manchester United loaned Sancho to Chelsea.
The Red Devils decided to lend Sancho to Chelsea for a year with hopes of providing the winger a new beginning following his challenging time at Old Trafford.
The deal completed last summer included a clause for a permanent transfer.
The obligation for the Blues to complete the transfer only comes into effect if they finish above 14th in the Premier League standings – a condition that, although not officially secured, seems all but certain at this stage of the season.
Chelsea’s present standing in the league standings
Based on the Premier League table, Chelsea is currently in fourth place with 49 points, behind the top-ranked team, Liverpool, by 21 points.
Nevertheless, as reported by the Daily Mail, several potential hurdles might still prevent Chelsea from securing a deal for Sancho.
Why Sancho might still come back to Old Trafford
Initially, the Blues have the option to back out of the agreement by paying a substantial penalty, though the specific sum has not been revealed.
Although Chelsea is ready to pursue a permanent deal for Sancho, they still need to finalise personal terms with the 24-year-old winger.
If talks do not succeed, Sancho might return to Manchester United, who are set to pay Borussia Dortmund £17 million (roughly Ksh.2.85 billion) this summer as per the conditions of his 2021 transfer agreement.
Chelsea continues to be intent on securing a new winger this summer, irrespective of how negotiations for Sancho unfold.
Jadon Sancho’s display against Chelsea
After signing with Chelsea, the English international has experienced a varied tenure, demonstrating moments of brilliance but failing to maintain consistently strong performances.
Even with his best attempts from the flank, Sancho has scored just 2 goals in 26 matches, a tally that has disappointed both supporters and the athlete alike.
The former United star has admitted to feeling “annoyed” with his form in front of goal, though his work rate, creativity, and movement off the ball have still added value to Chelsea’s attacking play.
Sancho faces backlash from supporters following poor display
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It has been reported that supporters of both Manchester United and Chelsea have criticized Jadon Sancho for his lackluster display during the team’s disheartening 3-0 defeat against Brighton.
Fans from both teams turned to social media to voice their dissatisfaction, emphasizing Sancho’s limited influence and raising doubts about his performance and reliability.
A lot of supporters took issue with his choices, level of effort, and total impact throughout the game, with several believing he hasn’t met the anticipated standards since transferring to Chelsea.
