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JADON SANCHO has broken his silence after Chelsea paid £5million to send him back to Manchester United.

The winger spent the season on loan at Stamford Bridge, scoring five goals.

Jadon Sancho of Chelsea waving to fans.
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Jadon Sancho is set to return to Manchester UnitedCredit: Rex

But he could not reach an agreement with Blues over terms of a permanent deal, so has left the club and returned to United.

He said following the announcement: "Grateful for the experience.

"Big love to everyone at Chelsea who made me feel at home — teammates, staff and the fans.

"Wishing the club all the best moving forward. Truly grateful, Thank you Blues 💙🙏🏼"

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Chelsea will have to pay a £5m fee to cancel their agreement to sign Sancho on a permanent basis.

United will now seek a buyer for the winger, who could have joined Chelsea for £25m.

He has been made available by the club for a move away

And United are in desperate need for funds to reinvest in Ruben Amorim's overhaul.

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Sancho, 25, has attracted interest from former club Borussia Dortmund.

While he could also join old United boss Erik ten Hag at fellow Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen, even though the pair had a frosty relationship at Old Trafford.

Jadon Sancho throws corner flag during Chelsea's celebration at Tottenham

Sancho could also move to the Saudi Pro League with Al-Hilal, Al-Ittihad and Al Nassr all keen.

But, for now, United are stuck with his £300,000-a-week wages, until he leaves.

Jadon Sancho's Chelsea 2024-25 season statistics: games, chances created, goals, assists, shots on target, passes, and fouls.
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