As a result of the ongoing and noteworthy Sancho deal that Manchester United is currently finalizing, Ten Hag is set to acquire an intriguing new winger.
Manchester United seems to be making progress in finding a solution to part ways with Jadon Sancho, a pursuit the team has been actively engaged in for a significant duration.
The public clash between England international Jadon Sancho and manager Erik ten Hag resulted in the player’s exclusion from the Manchester United squad.
Sancho, who hasn’t featured in a league game since August, is rumored to be on the club’s efforts to facilitate his release during the January transfer window, aiming to recoup a significant portion of the £73 million spent on the 23-year-old.
Juventus remains interested in Sancho, but financial constraints limit their winter transfer options.
Expressing a desire to return to Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga, where he previously excelled, Sancho’s potential move back to Germany could benefit both Manchester United and Dortmund.
According to transfer analyst Christian Falk, discussions between the two clubs are ongoing, exploring a swap involving Dutch forward Donyell Malen heading to Old Trafford and Sancho returning to Dortmund.
While Erik ten Hag’s team has shown interest in Malen, Dortmund is reportedly open to the deal only if it includes Sancho or a payment of €30 million (£25.7 million).
Malen, who joined Dortmund in 2021, has made significant contributions, participating in 92 games and scoring 24 goals.
Ten Hag aims to enhance competition, potentially strengthening Manchester United’s squad with Malen, creating a positive addition.
The prospect of a return to Germany appeals to Sancho, given his successful four-season stint with Borussia Dortmund.
Joining the club in 2017 at the age of 17, Sancho secured the German Cup and German Super Cup, amassing 50 goals and 64 assists in 137 games.
Despite establishing himself as one of the world’s top young talents, Sancho faced challenges maintaining that level in the Premier League.
