Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is optimistic about Jadon Sancho's stint with Borussia Dortmund, following the winger's loan move back to the Bundesliga until the conclusion of this season.
A disagreement occurred between Sancho and Ten Hag in September, stemming from the winger's refusal to apologise for a social media post. In the post, he asserted that he was unfairly being labelled a "scapegoat" by the manager after being excluded from the squad against Arsenal.
Sancho also contested Ten Hag's explanation, stating that the manager's assertion that he wasn't at the "right level" to be involved was "completely untrue."
He had been on the periphery at Old Trafford and training with the U18s. The return to Dortmund will enable him to gain regular competitive football and may rekindle interest in the England international, should United want to sell in the future.
“I hope he is doing well. I wish him the best of luck and it will be a success," Ten Hag addressed Sancho’s departure.
The Dutchman has been hesitant to discuss their discord during Sancho's four-month absence and promptly dismissed any further discussion about him. When asked about what Sancho needs to do at Dortmund to regain a spot in the United team, Ten Hag responded succinctly: "No, I already replied. I think it's enough."
The agreement with Dortmund is valued at €3.5 million, with the potential to increase to €7.5 million based on Sancho's performance for the remainder of the year. However, there is no option or obligation to purchase, indicating that the 23-year-old will return to Old Trafford.
Speaking about returning to Dortmund’s Signal Iduna Park, Sancho said: “When I walked into the changing room today, it felt like ‘coming home’. I know the club inside out, I’ve always been very close to the fans here and I’ve never lost contact with the people in charge.
“I can’t wait to see my teammates again, get out on the pitch, play football with a smile on my face, get assists, score goals and help the club qualify for the Champions League.”