Manchester United are on the brink of finalizing a swap deal with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) involving Jadon Sancho, while the club faces a crucial decision regarding Marcus Rashford’s future.
United are eager to sign PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte, but the French champions have made it clear they want a top United player in return. Rashford, who has long been linked with a move to PSG, struggled last season, and his name has come up in negotiations. Meanwhile, Sancho, who recently returned to the squad after a fallout with manager Erik ten Hag last September, seems poised for a swift departure from Old Trafford.
After months of discussions throughout the summer, a deal between United and PSG appears to be nearing completion. However, these negotiations have left United with a significant decision regarding Rashford’s future.
According to The Independent, Sancho is expected to join PSG on a loan deal with an obligation to buy. The English winger caught PSG’s attention after a strong performance in the semi-finals of last season’s Champions League, where he starred for Borussia Dortmund while on loan.
Sancho is reportedly open to the move to Paris, and the two clubs have been working to include him in a broader deal that would see Ugarte head to Manchester. United view the defensive midfield position as a top priority, and Ugarte has emerged as their primary target. Ten Hag, along with United’s recruitment team, is highly enthusiastic about the 23-year-old midfielder.
In addition to Sancho, United have also floated the idea of including Rashford in the discussions with PSG. Although a deal involving the England forward now seems unlikely, as Rashford is determined to remain at United, the club must still decide on his long-term future. Despite missing key