Barcelona are moving with considerable discretion but a great deal of determination in this summer market, with the sporting management led by Deco in constant contact with Hansi Flick. Now the Brazilian coach is working on bringing in a winger with dribbling skills and the ability to unbalance defenses, with Raphinha's likely departure and Ferran Torres's physical doubts. The German coach has requested the addition of a footballer who can make a difference in one-on-one situations.
In this context, an unexpected name has come up, Jadon Sancho, who has spent this season at Chelsea Football Club. Manchester United don't count on him, and the player doesn't want to remain linked to a club with which he has already broken all ties. For this reason, the Red Devils have opened the exit door for him and are looking for a way to offload his contract.
In recent weeks, his camp explored the possibility of staying in the Premier League. There was even talk of his continuity at Chelsea, but that option has been completely ruled out. The London club aren't considering his addition and the player also doesn't look favorably on staying in London. His priority is to regain sporting prominence in a competitive environment and with trust.
Barça go after Sancho
That's where Barça's name comes in. According to various sources close to the culé environment, Hansi Flick has studied reports on the English winger. He likes his directness, his ability to break lines with dribbling, and his offensive versatility. At 24 years old, Jadon Sancho still has enormous potential to be unlocked, and the German coach believes he can relaunch him at Camp Nou.
However, the operation won't be simple. Manchester United want to recover part of the investment made in 2021, when they paid €85 million for his signing. But the Catalan club aren't in a position to pay a transfer fee of that magnitude. For this reason, the only possible route would be a loan with a purchase option, very similar to what they tried to negotiate with the Portuguese forward João Félix last season.
Breaking down defenses
From the Catalan sporting department, they've already started initial contacts with the player's camp, Jadon Sancho looks very favorably on the possibility of landing at Barça. He believes the team's style and Flick's philosophy could fit his game. In addition, sharing a locker room with young players from his generation like Lamine Yamal or Pedri also adds points in favor.
Hansi Flick has been clear: he wants a winger who can break down closed defenses, someone who brings speed, dribbling, and goals. At this moment, Jadon Sancho fits that profile. Although there isn't a formal offer yet, his name is on the list of priority targets for the new culé project.
It remains to be seen if Barça can find the financial balance to close the deal. For now, the player's willingness exists and the club's interest does as well. If the conditions are favorable, the signing could take shape in the coming weeks. The market is just beginning and in Camp Nou offices they're already working against the clock to provide Flick with the pieces he needs.