May 13th 2024.
The upcoming summer transfer window has the Gunners on the lookout for some serious firepower. According to Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit, Manchester United's outcast Jadon Sancho would make a fantastic addition to the team after his successful loan spell at Borussia Dortmund.
The 23-year-old, who came with a hefty price tag of £73 million, found himself on the outs with United's first-team squad back in September due to a falling out with manager Erik ten Hag. Sancho had publicly criticized his manager and refused to apologize, resulting in his exile from the team. However, since his move to Dortmund in January, he has been able to find his form once again. In fact, he was a key player in their recent Champions League run, putting on an impressive display of dribbling skills as they knocked out PSG to reach the final.
It's no secret that Arsenal is in search of a new winger this summer, with manager Mikel Arteta eager to find someone who can provide competition and cover for Bukayo Saka. And according to Petit, the rejuvenated Sancho fits the bill perfectly. "I was commentating on the Champions League and was extremely impressed with Jadon Sancho," Petit shared with Grosvenor Sport. "He looks like a new player – fit, lean, and explosive. He's like dynamite on the field, especially when paired with Karim Adeyemi on the left flank. He's back to his best, and with Manchester United struggling, why not make a move for him?"
Sancho's performance against PSG was nothing short of excellent, and Petit is not the only one who has taken notice. On the other hand, Petit also had some strong words for United's current squad, calling it the worst he's ever seen. "There are so many average players, and even Casemiro looks poor. I don't recognize the master midfielder he used to be," he stated. "It must be difficult for United fans to see the current state of their club. They must be wondering what is happening. The body language between the players is not good enough."
The future of Sancho at Old Trafford may depend on the fate of manager Ten Hag, who is facing considerable pressure after a recent string of poor results. United has only managed to win one of their last eight Premier League matches, leaving them in eighth place. They even had a close call against Coventry City at Wembley. If the club decides to make a change in management, it could open up an opportunity for Sancho to return to the fold.
In other news, Arsenal has put seven players up for sale ahead of the summer transfer window. The team is looking to make some changes and improve their squad for the upcoming season. With exclusive news and in-depth analysis, be sure to sign up to receive all the latest updates on Arsenal. Your privacy is important to us, and this site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
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