Jadon Sancho’s future at Chelsea is increasingly uncertain. The England winger has reportedly asked his agent to secure a move back to Borussia Dortmund this summer. According to BILD, Sancho wants to return to the club that made his name after a difficult period in the Premier League.
Sancho joined Chelsea on loan from Manchester United, with an obligation to buy for £20-25 million next summer. However, his form at Stamford Bridge has not lived up to expectations. After a promising start, Sancho has struggled for consistency, especially in the Premier League.
His last league goal came in December in Chelsea’s 4-3 win over Tottenham Hotspur, but since then his contribution has dropped off dramatically, leading to discussions about his future.
Chelsea have a financial obligation to make the move permanent, but both the club and Sancho are now considering other options. BILD reports that Sancho has submitted a transfer request to his agent and is targeting a return to Dortmund as his top priority.
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Despite failing to shine in England, Sancho still has many admirers at Borussia Dortmund. During his first spell at the German club, he became one of the best wingers in Europe. BILD even called him a potential superstar for Dortmund if he returns.
Dortmund are reportedly considering a replacement for Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, who is wanted by Bayern Munich and Premier League clubs. Sancho could be the ideal solution for them, given his Bundesliga experience and previous success with Dortmund. In addition to Dortmund, Juventus are also said to be interested in signing Sancho, but the 25-year-old would prefer a return to Signal Iduna Park.
Chelsea face a financial dilemma in this situation. If they do not activate the option to buy Sancho from Manchester United, they will have to pay a compensation fee of £5 million.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Chelsea are likely to buy Sancho but could sell him straight away for a quick profit. If Dortmund can reach a suitable agreement, the move would benefit all parties.
Sancho’s return to Dortmund would be an opportunity for him to rebuild his career in a more familiar environment. For Chelsea, letting Sancho go could be a smart move to reduce the financial burden and open up space for a player who better suits the team’s needs. Although high hopes were placed on him in the Premier League, his inconsistent performances have made it difficult for him to hold down a regular place.
Chelsea must now focus on building a more competitive team. If Sancho does leave, it could be a positive move for the club to shift their focus to players who can make a bigger impact in their bid to return to the top of English football.
