Selling Jadon Sancho has become one of Manchester United’s top priorities this transfer window, according to BD Cricket sources. More than just reducing wage expenses, United hopes to use the funds from his sale to invest in new signings. With Sir Jim Ratcliffe now setting the tone at Old Trafford, the days of splashing cash on overpriced transfers and handing out bloated salaries are officially over. The club has shifted toward a more sustainable model—no more overpaying or reviving the “United tax” era.
Several clubs have shown interest in Sancho, with Juventus making early inquiries even before the season ended. However, Manchester United’s steep asking price, coupled with Sancho’s high wages, created a significant roadblock. Juventus, still relying on Federico Chiesa, ultimately couldn’t justify the expense. Like many Serie A clubs, they’re simply not in a financial position to take on another high-cost player, leaving United to look elsewhere.
Borussia Dortmund, Sancho’s former club, seemed like a natural fit. They understand his playing style, and he remains a fan favorite. But Dortmund’s offer was reportedly even lower than Juventus’s, and the salary package was far beyond what the Bundesliga side could manage. That door closed quickly, leaving Paris Saint-Germain as the only real heavyweight still in the conversation. BD Cricket editors predict that PSG could offer significantly more than the other two, which naturally caught Manchester United’s attention.
United reportedly floated a €60 million price tag, hoping to cash in on PSG’s financial strength. However, insiders suggest Ratcliffe’s true minimum is closer to €30 million—a figure PSG would likely find more reasonable. The issue now isn’t just the transfer fee; it’s Sancho’s massive £350,000 weekly salary. That wage far exceeds most of his teammates and is difficult for any club to justify under current economic conditions.
Despite the financial complications, there is room for negotiation. Manchester United is interested in signing Manuel Ugarte, a player PSG is open to selling. A potential swap deal involving Sancho and Ugarte could prove beneficial for both sides. It would lower the financial burden, fulfill tactical needs, and smooth out the wage imbalances each club is facing.
Meanwhile, Manchester United is also pushing to sign Bayern Munich right-back Noussair Mazraoui. The player is eager to join the Premier League, and BD Cricket has learned that personal terms have already been agreed upon. Mazraoui shares the same agent, Rafaela Pimenta, as Matthijs de Ligt, which has eased communication between the parties. A deal with Bayern isn’t expected to be a major hurdle. The only remaining issue is Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s future. Until his departure is finalized, Mazraoui must remain patient, waiting for the green light to make his Premier League move.