Borussia Dortmund told Jadon Sancho 'wants' to return with Chelsea considering 'paying millions' to get out of purchase obligation to Man Utd

Sancho’s time at Chelsea started on a promising note after his summer loan move from United as he provided three assists in his opening three Premier League appearances. However, his form quickly dipped, and in his last 20 games, he has managed just one goal and two assists. With his struggles mounting, the 24-year-old has now requested a move back to Dortmund at the end of the season.

Chelsea are currently obligated to sign Sancho for £25 million ($32.3m) in the next transfer window, but the club is reportedly exploring a way to opt out of the agreement. The Blues could pay a £5 million ($6.5m) penalty fee to cancel the deal and send him back to Manchester United.

Former Germany international Dietmar Hamann believes Dortmund wouldn't hesitate to welcome Sancho back, particularly given their current struggles in the Bundesliga.

"Borussia Dortmund might just be looking at Jadon Sancho because although it started well at Chelsea, it looks like it hasn’t worked out," he said in an interview with PokerScout.

"It looks like Chelsea might pay millions to send him back to Manchester United, so it looks like he might be an option for Dortmund this summer. They tried to keep him last summer but it wasn’t possible, I think he wants to go back. Dortmund wouldn’t be struggling like they are if he had stayed, he has been absolutely brilliant for them. He took Dortmund to the Champions League final last season and I think they would have him in a heartbeat."

While speculation over his future continues, Sancho remains focused on Chelsea’s immediate goals. With the club aiming to secure a top-four finish in the Premier League, the winger is expected to play a role in the crucial run-in. Chelsea’s next challenge comes against Tottenham on April 3, a match that could prove decisive in their push for Champions League qualification.