English winger Jadon Sancho has made a loan move back to Borussia Dortmund from Manchester United, marking his return to the Bundesliga club until the conclusion of the 2023/24 season. Sancho previously left Dortmund in 2021 for Old Trafford, amassing 82 appearances, scoring 18 goals, and providing six assists during his time with Manchester United.
The decision to bring Sancho back to Dortmund comes after an ongoing dispute between the player and Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, resulting in Sancho's absence from the first-team squad since August.
Borussia Dortmund's sporting director, Sebastian Kehl, expressed excitement about Sancho's return, stating, "Jadon is an absolute difference player, and I’m looking forward to seeing him back in black and yellow soon. He knows this city, Signal Iduna Park, our fans, and our club."
Sancho, in his statement, expressed his eagerness to return, saying, "When I came into the dressing room today, it felt like 'coming home.' I know the club inside and out, I've always been very close with the fans here, and I've never lost contact with those in charge."
The England international fell out of favor at Manchester United under manager Erik ten Hag and has not featured for the club since August. The strained relationship reached a breaking point when Ten Hag criticized Sancho's performances in training, leading to the player's denial of the claims and subsequent exclusion from the squad.
Sancho's return to Dortmund, where he scored 50 goals and made 64 assists in 137 appearances before his move to Manchester United, is seen as a significant development for both the player and the club. Dortmund currently sits fifth in the Bundesliga, and Sancho's acquisition is expected to boost their efforts as they aim to secure a spot in the Champions League.
During his previous stint with Dortmund, Sancho achieved success, contributing to victories in the German Supercup final and the DFB-Pokal, where he scored in the final against RB Leipzig. The 21-year-old winger is anticipated to play a crucial role in Dortmund's pursuit of success in the ongoing season.
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