European powerhouse expresses interest in Jadon Sancho as he reiterates desire to depart Manchester United

There is a “real possibility” that he may leave Manchester United this week; a European powerhouse is interested in acquiring the winger, and Sancho has already stated his intention to go.

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This follows Sancho’s exclusion from United’s starting lineup for the Premier League season opener against Fulham.

The 24-year-old had a spell on the bench last season after a falling out with boss Erik ten Hag.

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Nevertheless, there have been reports that the Englishman and Ten Hag had reconciled. It appears that the club and player are prepared to split ways, as there are numerous interested parties.

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According to Fabrizio Romano, one of these clubs is Juventus, a powerhouse in Italy, who have had “direct contact” with the player.

“Jadon, [is] open to leaving United,” Romano said earlier.The report claims that it is completely open and that a departure is being seriously explored over the next week. According to yesterday’s story, Manchester United has been approached by Juventus.

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The attacker, meanwhile, has been linked to several clubs, including Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain.

When he joined Manchester United from Borussia Dortmund, he was worth £73 million. However, he has not been able to replicate his explosive play from that season, when he scored 53 goals and assisted on 67 more in 158 games.

With United, he has contributed to 12 goals and 6 assists in 83 games played.

In January of last year, Sancho returned to Dortmund on loan in the hopes of reviving his form; he nearly did so, contributing to Dortmund’s run to the Champions League final.