Jadon Sancho: 5 Ways Borussia Dortmund Could Rescue Man United Outcast Again

Borussia Dortmund are reported to be keeping tabs on Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho, fuelling fresh speculation over a potential third return to the Bundesliga giants.

The 25-year-old winger has been banished from United’s first-team setup and is part of a group of players labelled the 'Bomb Squad' under new boss Ruben Amorim.

United are keen to offload him and Dortmund may now sense an opportunity to strike a bargain deal for one of their former stars.

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Sky Germany reports that Sancho is "back on the agenda" at Dortmund, with club officials actively monitoring his situation.

Manchester United are reportedly open to accepting an offer in the region of £16m–£18m, a far cry from the eye-watering £73m they paid to sign him from Dortmund in July 2021. Dortmund, who know exactly what Sancho can offer, could now become front-runners should they firm up their interest.

“We are just allowing these players to have time to think and to decide,” Amorim said.

“If we reach a point where they have to join the team, they will join because they are our players. I know Jason, Omar and the club have a number for these players.”

One of the most compelling reasons for a third Sancho stint at Dortmund is the price tag.

Manchester United’s asking price of £16m–£18m is significantly lower than the original £73m outlay, making him an attractive low-risk, high-reward target. Dortmund, known for prudent transfer dealings, will see this as an economically sound investment.

Other clubs are hesitant to match United’s initial demands or Sancho’s wage expectations, but Dortmund could leverage their longstanding relationship with the player to secure better personal terms.

The relatively modest fee also reflects Sancho’s fall in stock since arriving in England but that might only serve as motivation for the winger to prove his critics wrong. A return to a club that once nurtured his rise could reignite his career at a crucial moment.

Sancho’s most fruitful years came in Dortmund colours. In his first spell, he dazzled with skill, vision, and end product, notching up 53 goals in 158 appearances.

During his brief loan return in the second half of the 2023–24 season, he hit the ground running and played a vital role in Dortmund’s remarkable run to the Champions League final.

Sancho may feel he has more to give to a club that believed in him from the beginning, and Dortmund may be banking on him rediscovering the form that once made him one of Europe’s most electrifying wingers.

Despite links to Juventus and a reported visit from Sancho's agent to Turin, a permanent move elsewhere has yet to materialise.

Chelsea’s loan stint ended without a buy option being triggered, and interest across Europe has been tepid due to his wages and form.

This leaves Dortmund in a strong position. While other clubs hesitate, they can move decisively, having already tested the waters with his mid-season return. Sancho’s market value may not attract the elite clubs, but for Dortmund, he represents both value and upside.

The familiarity and positive history between both parties could lead to smoother negotiations. With limited credible alternatives, a return to Signal Iduna Park may be Sancho’s best and most realistic option.

Sancho's journey since leaving Dortmund has been rocky. After a fallout with Erik ten Hag, a failed revival at Chelsea, and now exclusion under Amorim, the winger appears desperate for stability.

A return to a nurturing environment could be exactly what he needs to reset his career.

Dortmund offered him more than a platform — they gave him the confidence to thrive.

If there is any club that can reignite the fire in him, it's likely the one where he was most valued and comfortable. A third spell might not just be welcomed — it could be transformative.

United’s harsh stance has left little room for redemption. At Dortmund, however, he would have a fresh start with a familiar support system, fans who adore him, and a tactical system that complements his natural instincts.

Dortmund’s surprise run to the Champions League final reminded Europe of their pedigree. To build on that momentum, the club needs proven European performers, and Sancho fits that bill perfectly.

He understands the demands and pressure that come with elite competition.

With their attacking depth needing reinforcements, Sancho could immediately step into a key role. His performances in the latter stages of the Champions League last season proved he still has the ability to impact the biggest games.

Ruben Amorim may be keen to move on from Sancho, but in Dortmund, the winger could become a focal point again. It is a move that would benefit both the club’s sporting goals and the player’s career revival.