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Will a return to Borrussia Dortmund revive Jadon Sancho’s career?
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In 2020, Jadon Sancho was the golden boy of English football — dazzling defenders, lighting up the Bundesliga, and touted as the next big thing.
Fast-forward to 2025, and his story has taken a dramatic turn.
The winger who once commanded a £73m transfer fee is now being offloaded by top clubs, not for profit — but just to get rid of him.
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So, what happened? Let’s break down the fall of one of England’s most hyped talents.
💰 The £73m Dream That Turned Sour
When Manchester United signed Sancho from Borussia Dortmund in July 2021, fans were buzzing.
At 21, he was already one of the most exciting attackers in Europe.
But while United splashed £73m on him, what they got in return was underwhelming.
In his first season under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Sancho struggled to make an impact.
Even when Erik ten Hag arrived, the winger failed to cement a spot. United expected magic — they got flashes, but not consistency.
⏰ Early Signs of Trouble
As the seasons passed, patience wore thin. While his talent was never in doubt, Sancho’s discipline and attitude became talking points.
Training standards, body language, and off-the-pitch focus all came under the microscope.
The red flag? His prolonged absence in late 2022–23 due to physical and mental concerns.
Ten Hag even sent him to train away from the first team. Despite this second chance, Sancho didn’t quite bounce back.
❌ Fallout with Ten Hag
Everything unraveled after a 3-1 loss to Arsenal in September 2023.
When Ten Hag said Sancho hadn’t trained well enough to make the squad, Sancho fired back on social media, claiming he was being scapegoated.
That outburst was the final straw. He was dropped entirely, refused to apologize, and didn’t play for United again that season.
🟡 Return to Dortmund: Redemption or Repeat?
In January 2024, Sancho returned to Borussia Dortmund on loan — a club that knew how to get the best out of him.
Hopes were high. But while he had his moments, it was far from the electric form of his previous stint.
He helped Dortmund reach the Champions League final, yes — but with just 3 goals in 21 appearances, he didn’t do enough to convince the club to re-sign him permanently.
🔵 Chelsea’s Loan Gamble — and Quick Exit
Next up? Chelsea. In 2025, the Blues took Sancho on a season-long loan.
Chelsea parts ways with Sancho.
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But this deal came with a twist: an option to terminate after just six months.
And that’s exactly what they did. Chelsea paid £5 million just to send Sancho back — a brutal verdict on his performances and fit within the team.
🚫 No One Wants Him — Even for Free?
With Chelsea pulling the plug and no buy-back from Dortmund, United are stuck. They want to sell, but who’s buying?
Sancho is now considered a high-risk signing: expensive wages, off-field baggage, and questionable commitment.
What was once a dream signing has turned into a cautionary tale.
📉 Key Timeline of Sancho’s Decline:
- 2021: Signed by Man Utd for £73m
- 2022–23: Misses three months due to physical and mental concerns
- 2023: Falls out with Ten Hag and is frozen out
- 2024: Loaned to Dortmund — flashes of quality, no permanent deal
- 2025: Loaned to Chelsea — terminated after 6 months with £5m penalty
🔮 What’s Next for Sancho?
At just 25, Jadon Sancho still has time to turn things around.
He’ll need to rebuild his reputation, possibly at a smaller club, and prove he can be the star many once believed in.
The question is: Does Sancho still have the hunger, humility, and heart to rise again?
