Everything We Know About Jadon Sancho’s Man United Exit – How Much He Earns and What Clubs Want Him

Manchester United have decided not to extend Jadon Sancho's contract, allowing the winger to leave on a free transfer in summer 2026 despite a one-year option. Signed for £73 million in 2021, Sancho has been a major disappointment, making just 83 appearances with 12 goals for the Red Devils[1][2][3][5][6]. His current £200,000-£250,000-per-week wages are a key factor in United's choice to offload him without seeking a fee, prioritizing wage bill reduction alongside players like Casemiro[2][3][4].

Struggles on Loan at Aston Villa

Sancho joined Aston Villa on loan in summer 2025, but his form remains poor. The 25-year-old has started only six Premier League games, with no top-flight goals this season and just one goal total from 25 appearances across all competitions, scored in the Europa League[1][5]. Unai Emery has used him sparingly—four league cameos, subbed on and off in one match—and he missed a Europa League game due to illness[2]. January links to Borussia Dortmund and Turkish clubs fizzled, so he'll stay at Villa Park until season's end[1][5].

United's Final Call and Sancho's History

With his deal expiring in 2026, United won't trigger the extension to protect resale value, accepting the £73m investment as a flop after loans to Dortmund (2023-24) and Chelsea[1][2][3][5][6]. At United, he never secured a starting spot under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Erik ten Hag, leading to his Old Trafford exile[3][4].

Future Prospects

Sancho must impress Villa, currently third in the Premier League ahead of their clash with Leeds United, to earn a permanent stay—Emery has hinted at openness[1][3][5]. From January 2026, he can negotiate with foreign clubs as a free agent in summer. His England international status (23 caps) adds appeal, but consistent underperformance clouds suitors[3]. United's move signals a clean break from high-earning flops[7].

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