Jadon Sancho’s turbulent spell at Manchester United could soon come to an end, as the England international edges closer to a move to Turkish giants Fenerbahce. Sources close to the deal suggest that negotiations between the two clubs are at an advanced stage, with personal terms reportedly close to being agreed upon. The move would mark a dramatic shift for Sancho, whose career has stalled in recent years following a high-profile transfer from Borussia Dortmund.
Sancho, 24, joined Manchester United in 2021 for a fee in the region of £73 million, with expectations sky-high. However, his time at Old Trafford has been marred by inconsistency, injuries, and most recently, a high-profile fallout with manager Erik ten Hag. The winger was exiled from the first-team squad in September 2023 following a public disagreement over training performances, and despite attempts to reconcile, Sancho was loaned back to Borussia Dortmund in January 2024.
His return to Dortmund provided glimpses of the player who once lit up the Bundesliga, particularly during the club’s run to the UEFA Champions League final. However, the German club opted not to pursue a permanent deal, leaving Sancho’s future at a crossroads. With Manchester United signaling a willingness to part ways, Fenerbahce have emerged as the most serious suitors.
The Turkish club, now managed by Portuguese tactician José Mourinho, is reportedly keen to make Sancho the centerpiece of their summer rebuild. Fenerbahce recently fell short in the Turkish Super Lig title race, finishing runners-up to fierce rivals Galatasaray. Mourinho, who was appointed to turn the club into a dominant domestic and European force, sees Sancho as a marquee signing who can provide both flair and creativity in the final third.
For Sancho, the move represents an opportunity for a fresh start in a less pressurized environment. The Turkish Super Lig offers a platform for players to rediscover form and confidence, and the prospect of working under Mourinho—renowned for getting the best out of previously underperforming stars—could be a key factor in his decision.
The potential deal is believed to involve an initial loan with an obligation to buy, structured to help Fenerbahce manage Financial Fair Play concerns. While Sancho’s wages remain a significant hurdle, the club is reportedly working on a package that includes performance-related bonuses and image rights arrangements to make the deal viable.
Should the transfer go through, it would be one of the most high-profile moves to the Turkish league in recent years, reminiscent of past marquee signings such as Mesut Özil and Didier Drogba. For Sancho, it’s a chance to hit the reset button on a career that once promised greatness and to prove that his best years are still ahead.
While official confirmation is still pending, the signs increasingly point toward Istanbul being Sancho’s next destination—and perhaps, the beginning of his redemption arc.
