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Dortmund
Mond is faced with not being able to pay
Sancho
With the transfer fee dilemma, the only retention option is a loan extension. In January, Sancho was
Manchester United Football Club
Loaned out to Borussia Dortmund, he will return to Manchester United in the summer and has a contract with the Red Devils until 2026. Dortmund are keen to keep Sancho and the player himself is willing to continue playing for the Hornets.
However, Sporting Picture notes that the Dortmund hierarchy have made it clear internally that they cannot afford Sancho's transfer fee. Despite Dortmund's desire to request a loan extension from Manchester United, it is unlikely that the United hierarchy will agree to this option.
This season's Champions League campaign brought in around €130 million for Dortmund, and the club's summer transfer budget is around €75 million. However, this budget must be prioritized to strengthen other key positions, such as center forward and center back. Especially with the imminent departure of Hummels, it is important to strengthen the center back position. These reinforcement needs will consume a large part of the budget, further limiting the club's ability to invest in Sancho's transfer.
Although Borussia Dortmund would like to keep Sancho through a loan extension, there is still uncertainty as to whether this wish will be realized. Manchester United also have their own considerations for Sancho's future and are not necessarily willing to accept a loan extension. As the transfer market changes, it remains to be seen where Sancho will end up.
Faced with a limited transfer budget, Dortmund need to make smarter decisions on their reinforcement strategy. In addition to the attempt to renew Sancho's loan, the club will have to look for other potentially cost-effective players to fill the gaps in the lineup. Dortmund is known for its excellent youth training and scouting system, and future reinforcements will test the club's ability to operate in the market.
