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Jadon Sancho's AS Roma Transfer Stalled Over Salary Dispute

8/23/2025

Summary

Story summary

Jadon Sancho's transfer to AS Roma is stalled due to salary demands; Roma offers €5.5-6 million, while Sancho seeks €7 million.
Manchester United has agreed to an €18 million transfer fee, but Sancho prefers a Champions League club.
Juventus has shown interest, but negotiations are currently inactive.
Sancho trains separately from the first team as the September 1 transfer deadline approaches.
If no deal occurs, Besiktas may pursue Sancho after their window closes on September 12.

History

Historical Context

Jadon Sancho's transfer from Manchester City to Borussia Dortmund in 2018 for €7.84 million exemplified a shift in player mobility, as young talents increasingly pursued opportunities in competitive leagues. Dortmund's 20% sell-on clause underscored the financial stakes in football, influencing clubs like AS Roma and Juventus, which face budget constraints. This trend may reshape future negotiations for young players in European football.

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Story summary

Jadon Sancho's transfer to AS Roma is stalled due to salary demands; Roma offers €5.5-6 million, while Sancho seeks €7 million.
Manchester United has agreed to an €18 million transfer fee, but Sancho prefers a Champions League club.
Juventus has shown interest, but negotiations are currently inactive.
Sancho trains separately from the first team as the September 1 transfer deadline approaches.
If no deal occurs, Besiktas may pursue Sancho after their window closes on September 12.

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