Manchester United are reportedly exploring the prospect of including Jadon Sancho in a player-plus-cash arrangement to facilitate the acquisition of Napoli’s prolific striker, Victor Osimhen.
According to reports relayed by SportBible, esteemed Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has revealed that Napoli have expressed interest in the England international, who is due to return to Old Trafford later this month following an unremarkable loan stint at Chelsea. Despite the Blues’ interest, Sancho’s exorbitant wage demands ultimately thwarted any possibility of a permanent transfer.
Napoli, still reeling from the departure of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia—who joined Paris Saint-Germain in a high-profile move this past January—are keen on bolstering their attacking ranks. The Serie A outfit view Sancho as a potential marquee addition to revitalise their offensive line, particularly in light of Osimhen’s impending exit.
The Nigerian forward enjoyed a scintillating campaign on loan at Galatasaray, where he registered a remarkable 37 goals in 41 appearances, propelling the Turkish giants to a domestic league and cup double. Despite his exploits in Istanbul, Osimhen’s future at Napoli appears untenable following a breakdown in relations with the club hierarchy.
With a £63 million release clause reportedly embedded in Osimhen’s contract, Manchester United are believed to be weighing the benefits of using Sancho as a makeweight in a potential summer swoop. The Red Devils are understood to be prioritising a dynamic, clinical No. 9, and Osimhen—at 26—represents an ideal candidate.
Sancho, meanwhile, remains one of the highest earners at United—a financial burden the club would be eager to alleviate, particularly if it facilitates the arrival of a high-impact forward. However, the winger’s substantial salary could once again prove a stumbling block, especially for Napoli, who traditionally operate under tighter wage constraints than their Premier League counterparts.
Should the deal materialise, it would mark a significant reshuffling of United’s attacking department under new boss Ruben Amorim, who is reportedly eager to reinvigorate the frontline with fresh firepower.
As negotiations unfold, all eyes will be on whether Sancho’s inclusion can smooth the path towards Osimhen’s long-anticipated Premier League move.
