Manchester United’s summer overhaul continues to dominate headlines as Ruben Amorim works to reshape his squad for the new season.
The club has been focused on balancing departures and arrivals, trimming the wage bill while ensuring sufficient depth across all positions.
High-profile players who have fallen out of favour are being actively monitored by interested clubs across Europe and the Premier League, with decisions needing to be made before the transfer window closes.
Financial prudence remains a priority, especially when managing contracts of players with significant salaries and limited first-team prospects under Amorim.
One of the club’s most debated cases this summer has been the future of Jadon Sancho, whose career at Old Trafford has stalled since his arrival from Borussia Dortmund in 2021.
Now, it appears a resolution is imminent as Aston Villa have reportedly agreed a loan deal with Manchester United for the winger.
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The deal sees Villa take on 80% of Sancho’s wages during his time at Villa Park, as per Sky Sports.
Jamie Jackson, via X, reports that there is a possibility Aston Villa cover 100% of his salary if agreed-upon performance bonuses are met.
A loan fee will also be paid to United, though the exact figure has not been revealed and will be updated once confirmed.
Jadon Sancho enters the final year of his Old Trafford contract, with United retaining the option to extend by a further 12 months if circumstances change.
The 25-year-old has struggled to secure regular Premier League minutes in recent seasons, making this move an opportunity for both player and club to find a suitable solution.
During his time at Manchester United, Sancho has made 83 appearances, but his last competitive match came in the 2024 Community Shield after a public fallout with then-manager Erik ten Hag.
A loan to Villa offers the winger a chance to regain form and confidence in a Premier League environment while relieving United of a significant portion of his wages.
For United, the arrangement represents a pragmatic solution: trimming the wage bill, giving Sancho a platform to restart his career, and potentially setting the stage for a permanent transfer if he impresses during his loan spell.
Villa, meanwhile, gain an experienced forward capable of boosting their attacking options as they aim to climb the Premier League table this season.
Sancho loan to Villa nearly done: 80% wages and bonuses that should happen to have 100 per cent of wage paid
— jamie jackson (@JamieJackson___) September 1, 2025
