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Dortmund Approves Sancho’s Free Return After United Flop

4/24/2026

Summary

Sancho Returns

Borussia Dortmund manager Niko Kovac has approved winger Jadon Sancho’s return on a free transfer.
Sancho, who joined Manchester United for £73 million, agreed to rejoin Dortmund after a disastrous spell at Old Trafford.
Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg said the deal was reached despite interest from other clubs.
Dortmund sporting director Ole Book and chief executive Lars Ricken will make the final decision on the transfer.

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Sancho Joins Dortmund

He will join Borussia Dortmund after accepting a pay cut from his €15 million-per-year Manchester United salary.
Dortmund warned him weeks ago that his wages would be reduced.
He prefers Dortmund despite interest from Juventus Turin.
On loan at Aston Villa he made 33 appearances, scored once and added three assists.
Manchester United risk a large loss after paying £73 million for a player with 12 goals and six assists in 83 games.

Summary

Sancho Courted

Dortmund’s defensive shortage after Niklas Süle’s exit and Emre Can’s unavailability has prompted a search for an immediate offensive signing.
Jadon Sancho logged 53 goals and 67 assists in 158 matches across his two spells at Borussia Dortmund.
Former teammate Marco Reus publicly urged Sancho to return, praising Sancho’s instinctive decisions in tight situations.
Club legend Lars Ricken confirmed Dortmund’s interest in Sancho while the club evaluates multiple potential signings.

History

Historical Context

Borussia Dortmund's rise in European football began in the early 2010s under manager Jürgen Klopp, culminating in their 2013 UEFA Champions League final appearance. The club's focus on youth development, highlighted by Jadon Sancho's success, has been pivotal. Amid financial challenges, including Manchester United's £73 million loss, Dortmund's strategic moves reflect the evolving landscape of player mobility and financial management in football.

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Sancho Returns

Borussia Dortmund manager Niko Kovac has approved winger Jadon Sancho’s return on a free transfer.
Sancho, who joined Manchester United for £73 million, agreed to rejoin Dortmund after a disastrous spell at Old Trafford.
Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg said the deal was reached despite interest from other clubs.
Dortmund sporting director Ole Book and chief executive Lars Ricken will make the final decision on the transfer.

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