Jadon Sancho’s future at Manchester United remains unclear despite his ongoing loan at Chelsea, with reports suggesting he may return to Old Trafford at the end of the season. When United sent the winger to Stamford Bridge last summer, a clause was reportedly added to the deal, stipulating that Chelsea could sign him permanently if they finished 14th or higher in the Premier League.

However, Chelsea are now exploring options to back out of the deal, including paying a financial penalty, according to the Daily Mail. Sancho’s time at Manchester United since his high-profile move from Borussia Dortmund in 2021 has been underwhelming, marked by inconsistency and frustration for both the player and the club. His move to Chelsea was seen as a fresh start, but his performances in London have been modest, with the 24-year-old contributing just two goals and four assists in 22 Premier League appearances this season.

With Chelsea considering alternatives, the winger’s future at the club remains in doubt. Originally, Chelsea was expected to pay between £22 million and £25 million for Sancho this summer. However, should they decide to terminate the deal, the Blues will be required to pay a significant penalty for backing out of the agreement.

Man United’s minority shareholder, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, recently provided an update on the situation, revealing that United is still covering half of Sancho’s wages. He also confirmed that the club will need to pay an additional £17 million this summer as part of the remaining cost from his £73 million transfer from Dortmund.

Despite the ongoing uncertainty, Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has distanced himself from the situation, stating that he is focused on his own players and issues. “Sancho is not my problem,” he remarked last month, suggesting that the winger’s future is not a concern for him at this stage.

As the summer approaches, all eyes will be on Sancho’s next move, as the winger looks to secure his future in a bid to revive his career after a turbulent period at both Manchester United and Chelsea.