Jadon Sancho free transfer confirmed – United, Juventus, Roma & Napoli
Current status on loan at Aston Villa
Jadon Sancho remains on loan at Aston Villa and is still on the market as the transfer window progresses.
Manchester United rule out a deal
According to Fabrizio Romano, “Manchester United have already informed Sancho that they will not be exercising the option in the deal. The player is now available on a free transfer; it is up to him to decide where to go.”
“Manchester United have already informed Sancho that they will not be exercising the option in the deal. The player is now available on a free transfer; it is up to him to decide where to go.” – Fabrizio Romano
Interest from Italian clubs
Romano detailed past links: Juventus showed interest in 2024 before Sancho’s move to Chelsea and again in 2025, but withdrew over character concerns. Roma were also considering him, but Sancho turned them down. Napoli explored a deal at the end of May 2025.
- Free transfer status confirmed by United.
- Juventus interest in 2024 and 2025, later withdrawn.
- Roma approached but were rejected by Sancho.
- Napoli investigated a possible signing in May 2025.
- Borussia Dortmund have made a move, requiring a pay cut.
Potential next destination
With no offer from United and interest from several Italian sides, the next step for Jadon Sancho remains uncertain, though a return to Borussia Dortmund has been mentioned as a possible option.