Chelsea’s move for Jadon Sancho has taken a surprising twist, with the club now looking to reverse their initial agreement with Manchester United. Sancho, who joined Chelsea on loan in August 2024, was expected to become a permanent signing for £25 million if the Blues finished in the Premier League’s top 14. However, the winger has struggled to make an impact.
Despite a promising debut where he assisted the winning goal against Bournemouth, Sancho’s form quickly dipped. He has failed to score in his last 19 appearances and hasn’t provided an assist in over two months. With rising stars like Noni Madueke and Cole Palmer stepping up, Chelsea no longer see Sancho as part of their long-term plans.
Now, the London club is reportedly willing to pay a £5 million fee to cancel the deal and send Sancho back to Manchester United. United, meanwhile, are open to selling the England international for as little as £20 million to cut their losses.
Bundesliga clubs, including Bayer Leverkusen, have shown interest in signing Sancho. However, any move would likely require the player to accept a significant pay cut from his current £250,000-a-week wages. The situation highlights the risks involved in high-profile transfers.
