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Roma have stepped up their pursuit of Jadon Sancho, making a 20 million pound offer to sign the Manchester United winger on a permanent transfer. The Serie A club are also working on a potential loan deal for the England international, in what is shaping up to be one of the more intriguing sagas of the summer window.
The offer on the table
Roma’s 20 million pound bid, worth around 23 million euros, represents a firm attempt to take Sancho to Italy. The 26 year old has entered the final year of his United contract, with the option of a further year, which means the club are under pressure to secure a fee now rather than risk losing him for less later.
The Athletic reported that Roma have acknowledged the deal would be a tricky one to complete, but the Italian side are pushing forward. They are also in talks to sign Aston Villa’s Leon Bailey on loan as they look to strengthen their attacking options, suggesting a busy end to the window for the club.
Sancho’s options
Sancho is understood to have options in England and around Europe that he is expected to explore before deciding on his next step. The winger has struggled to consistently reproduce the form that made him one of the most sought after young players in world football during his Borussia Dortmund days, and a move away from Old Trafford has long felt inevitable.
A switch to Roma would offer Sancho a fresh start in a league where his technical ability and dribbling could thrive. Serie A has proven a productive destination for players looking to rebuild their careers in recent seasons, and Roma’s willingness to make a formal offer suggests they see genuine value in the England man.
What happens next
For Manchester United, the priority is to resolve Sancho’s future and free up wages as they continue to reshape their squad. The club have already been active this window, and a permanent sale, even at a reduced fee, would help balance the books.
For Sancho, the coming days will be decisive. A permanent move to Roma, a loan elsewhere, or even a late surprise from an English club all remain possibilities. What is clear is that his time at Manchester United is approaching its end, and the question now is where he goes next.
