Official: Jadon Sancho Returns to Borussia Dortmund in €17 Million Deal — Signs Four-Year Contract After Agreeing Personal Terms
Borussia Dortmund have officially completed the signing of Jadon Sancho from Manchester United for a reported fee of €17 million, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The English winger has agreed to personal terms with the German club and signed a four-year contract, marking a dramatic return to the team where he first rose to international prominence.
The move brings to an end a turbulent chapter in Sancho’s career at Manchester United, where he struggled to live up to expectations following his high-profile €85 million transfer in 2021. A combination of inconsistent form, injuries, and a very public falling-out with manager Erik ten Hag saw the 23-year-old frozen out of the first team and sidelined for much of the 2023/24 season. Despite brief flashes of quality during his time in England, Sancho never truly managed to replicate the form that made him one of Europe’s most sought-after young talents during his initial spell at Dortmund.
Sancho spent the second half of the 2023/24 season on loan at Dortmund, where he quickly reminded fans and pundits alike of his abilities. While not quite at the blistering level he once reached, his performances in the Bundesliga and Champions League knockouts—including a standout showing in Dortmund’s run to the Champions League final—convinced the club hierarchy that a permanent return was worth pursuing.
According to reports, Dortmund were able to negotiate a significantly reduced fee due to Manchester United’s willingness to offload the player and Sancho’s own desire to return to a more familiar environment. The new four-year contract reflects both the club’s belief in Sancho’s long-term potential and the player’s commitment to restarting his career in a supportive, familiar setting.
Speaking after the official announcement, Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl praised Sancho’s decision: “Jadon has always been a special player for us. His understanding of our style, our culture, and his relationship with the fans makes this move feel right on many levels. We believe he still has so much more to give, and we’re excited to help him reach those heights again.”
For Dortmund, the signing is also a statement of intent. After reaching the Champions League final last season, the club is clearly aiming to solidify its status as a top European force. With Sancho back in the squad, alongside talents like Marco Reus, Julian Brandt, and Karim Adeyemi, Dortmund now boasts a potent attacking arsenal with both youth and experience.
As for Sancho, this move represents more than just a change of clubs — it’s a chance at redemption. At 23, he still has the time and talent to fulfill the immense potential that once made him one of football’s brightest stars.
The stage is set for a new chapter. And for Sancho and Dortmund, it feels like a reunion that could reignite something special.
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