Sporting director Sebastian Kehl has hinted Borussia Dortmund will attempt to negotiate a deal to bring Jadon Sancho back to Westphalia next season.
Sancho returned to Dortmund on loan in January after a public falling out with Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag – a spat played out over social media – and has flourished in the Bundesliga while also playing a key role in the club’s unlikely run to the Champions League final.
It is unlikely Dortmund will be able to buy Sancho – or match the wages he receives at Old Trafford – but Kehl says Dortmund are planning to “negotiate” with United.
Asked about the England international’s future, he told TNT Sports: “I don’t know yet but it was great to have him in the last six months. He has increased our quality in the team.
“He wants to win [against Madrid tonight at Wembley], everything else will be decided afterwards.
“He still has a contract at Manchester United. We have no buy out option so we have to negotiate. I hope he scores tonight although that means the price will go up.”
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What has Sancho said?
Sancho admits he did not expect to end this season playing in the biggest game in club football.
He told The Mirror: “I don’t think anyone would have expected this. Me being in a Champions League Final. I’m so happy. I’m blessed.
“Game by game I’ve just been working on myself, trying to be a better player. Doing extras behind closed doors. Everything I do is for the team and I’m thankful to them – and the staff – for welcoming me back.”
