Published 14:23 IST, June 15th 2020
Jadon Sancho sparks Man City rumours, tells friends he prefers City return over Man United
Dortmund's Jadon Sancho reportedly told his friends that he would be open to a move to Man City if the defending Premier League champions attempt to sign him.
Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho has time and again opened up on his dream of returning to the Premier League. The England international, who made his mark with Dortmund over the past three years, has been linked with the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool. However, recent reports suggest that Sancho could make a stunning return to his former club, Manchester City.
Jadon Sancho transfer: Winger speaks to friends about Manchester City
According to British media outlet The Sun, Jadon Sancho has told his friends that he is open to a move back to Manchester City if the defending Premier League champions attempt to sign him. The possible departure of Leroy Sane to Bayern Munich this summer could act as a catalyst for the 20-year-old, who harbours a move to the Premier League next season.
Jadon Sancho left Manchester City in 2017 in search of first-team football. Sancho was reportedly offered a £30,000-a-week deal to continue his stay at the Etihad. However, Guardiola couldn't guarantee him a place in the starting XI, which acted as a trigger for Sancho to search for a challenge elsewhere. Three years down the line, he has proven himself as one of the pillars at the Signal Iduna Park.
Jadon Sancho transfer: Dortmund director denies Manchester City transfer news
Borussia Dortmund director Sebastian Kehl tried to put to rest the rumours suggesting Jadon Sancho's departure from the Bundesliga outfit. He reportedly claimed that there was nothing new to speak on, pointing at the constant rumours of his departure. He went on to assert that the club has been planning for next season with the assumption of seeing the 20-year-old continue his stay at the Signal Iduna Park.
Manchester United transfer news: Red Devils put off from Jadon Sancho transfer
Apart from the Manchester City transfer news, Jadon Sancho has been linked with the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool. However, reports suggest that the hefty price tag placed on him by the German giants could act as a deterrent in a possible move to the Premier League. Dortmund expect a fee in the range of £100 million ($125 million), and Manchester United transfer news suggest that the Red Devils have baulked at the fee quoted by Dortmund even amid the uncertainty of the transfer market in the middle of the pandemic.
Image courtesy: Dortmund Twitter handle, AP
Updated 14:23 IST, June 15th 2020