According to a report from Manchester Evening News, Jadon Sancho is set to seek a new club in January following unsuccessful discussions with manager Erik ten Hag. It has been suggested that their relationship has deteriorated after a public disagreement between Sancho and Ten Hag regarding training commitment.
The former Dortmund winger was excluded from the squad for United’s recent game against Arsenal before the international break due to Ten Hag’s dissatisfaction with his efforts during the week, leading to Sancho’s subsequent statement on social media. The two reportedly met recently, and the discussions did not proceed smoothly, as mentioned in the report. As a result, Sancho is now considering a January departure, initially on loan with the possibility of a permanent transfer.
Sancho’s Inconsistent Performance At Old Trafford Last Season
Sancho had moments of brilliance for Manchester United last season but also struggled with inconsistency when it came to scoring goals. The 23-year-old made appearances in 41 matches for the Manchester-based club during the previous campaign, contributing seven goals and three assists across all competitions.
The English talent demonstrated his capabilities in the attacking third with averages of 0.8 shots, 1.7 key passes, and 1.3 dribbles per 90 minutes in Premier League matches. Furthermore, he excelled in ball distribution within the opponent’s half, boasting an 85% pass success rate in the English top flight (statistics sourced from whoscored).
Will The Want-Away Forward Make A Permanent Exit From Manchester United?
Sancho possesses the speed to trouble his marker when positioned out wide on the flanks. He has the ability to create valuable scoring opportunities for his teammates in the attacking third and is a skillful ball dribbler.
While primarily a left-sided winger, this London-born talent can also operate on the right wing or function as an attacking midfielder if required. At the age of 23, his peak years lie ahead of him.
Sancho currently finds himself out of favour at Old Trafford due to recent conflicts with manager Erik ten Hag. Therefore, it appears reasonable for Manchester United to consider parting ways with him when the transfer window reopens in January.
Consequently, it’s highly likely that the former Borussia Dortmund forward will seek an exit from Old Trafford during the upcoming January transfer window. Among the potential destinations for his services, Borussia Dortmund and their Bundesliga rivals Bayern Munich have emerged as appealing options for the forward in recent days.
