AS Roma and Manchester United have reached an agreement over Jadon Sancho’s transfer, but the move has been thrown into doubt due to demands from the player’s camp that the Italian club is unwilling to meet.
According to sources close to the negotiations, Roma and United finalized a fee of €23 million for the 24-year-old winger. Roma have also put forward a five-year contract worth €5 million annually, plus performance-related bonuses. The offer represents a significant commitment to Sancho, who has struggled to revive his career since his high-profile move to Old Trafford in 2021.
Despite the progress between the clubs, talks have stalled after Sancho’s agent requested an €11 million commission fee. Roma, while eager to secure the player, have made it clear they are not prepared to meet that demand. The disagreement has left the transfer in limbo, frustrating United, who are keen to finalize Sancho’s departure after months of uncertainty.
Sancho has been on the fringes of the squad since his public clash with manager Erik ten Hag last season. Though widely considered one of England’s brightest attacking talents during his time at Borussia Dortmund, his time in Manchester has been marred by inconsistent performances, limited appearances, and off-field tensions.
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Roma, under head coach Daniele De Rossi, view Sancho as a potential marquee signing who could add creativity and pace to their frontline. The club is determined to strengthen its squad as it pushes for Champions League qualification. But officials in Rome have emphasized that they will not jeopardize their financial structure to accommodate demands they see as excessive.
For United, the situation adds another layer of complexity. The club has urged Sancho and his representatives to resolve the issue quickly, warning that the transfer could collapse if no compromise is found. With preseason preparations underway and transfer windows moving fast, time is running short for all parties.
At this stage, the deal depends less on the clubs — who have already found common ground — and more on Sancho’s agent agreeing to terms that Roma consider realistic.