Chelsea Fails to Secure Permanent Deal for Jadon Sancho, Returns to Man United
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June 3, 2025 12:49
- Jadon Sancho is set to return to Manchester United as Chelsea fails to reach an agreement on personal terms, resulting in a £5 million penalty. Sancho had a successful stint at Chelsea, scoring in the UEFA Conference League final.
Chelsea Fails to Secure Permanent Deal for Jadon Sancho
Jadon Sancho is poised to make a return to Manchester United after Chelsea was unable to finalize personal terms, leading to a £5 million penalty for breaking the loan agreement.
Failed Negotiations and Penalties
Chelsea's attempt to sign Sancho permanently for around £25 million faltered as the club requested a significant salary reduction for the player, exceeding £300,000 per week, to align with their wage structure.
Successful Stint at Chelsea
During his time at Chelsea, Sancho made 41 appearances, scoring five goals and providing 10 assists. Notably, he scored a crucial goal in the UEFA Conference League final, securing Chelsea's first trophy under Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital's ownership.
Future Plans and Club World Cup
Sancho, currently under contract with Chelsea until June 30, is now exploring options with various European clubs expressing interest in signing him. Chelsea is set to depart for the United States for the Club World Cup, with their first match against LAFC on June 16 in Atlanta.