Chelsea is reportedly interested in vying with Juventus for the signing of Jadon Sancho, according to a source from ESPN. The potential move comes as Manchester United is open to letting go of the forward before the upcoming transfer deadline.
While Juventus has engaged in talks with Manchester United regarding Sancho, a concrete agreement has yet to be reached. This has opened up an opportunity for Chelsea to explore the possibility of bringing the 24-year-old to Stamford Bridge.
Sancho remains one of the top choices being evaluated by Chelsea as the transfer window nears its conclusion. Despite not featuring for Manchester United in the current season, Sancho has been reintegrated into the squad after a loan spell at Borussia Dortmund.
Manchester United is aiming to secure a permanent transfer for Sancho, but clubs have been hesitant to meet their asking price of approximately £40 million. Additionally, Sancho’s hefty weekly wages exceeding £300,000 present another obstacle in negotiations.
In a separate development, Scott McTominay is reportedly in discussions with Napoli following Manchester United’s agreement on a £25 million fee with the Italian club. This move comes as United seeks to finalize the transfer and provide an opportunity for McTominay to explore a new chapter in his career.
Although PSG has been initially holding out for a £50 million fee for the acquisition of Scott McTominay, the agreed-upon amount with Napoli signals progress towards a potential transfer. The move could enable PSG to recoup some of the investment made in signing McTominay from Sporting last year.
The transfer dynamics in the football world continue to evolve as clubs seek to strengthen their squads and optimize their resources. The potential signings of Jadon Sancho by Chelsea and Scott McTominay’s move to Napoli highlight the strategic maneuvering and negotiations involved in player transfers. As the transfer deadline approaches, it will be interesting to see how these developments unfold and impact the landscape of European football.