Sir Jim Ratcliffe approves Jadon Sancho's January exit from Manchester United
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has given his approval for Jadon Sancho to leave Manchester United in January after talks with manager Erik ten Hag.
Sancho's falling-out with Ten Hag
Jadon Sancho has had a turbulent season at Manchester United, with limited appearances for the club. His falling-out with manager Erik ten Hag resulted in him being exiled from the first team. Sancho refused to apologise to Ten Hag for comments made on social media, which led to his removal from the squad.
With his future at Old Trafford uncertain, there has been interest from Premier League rivals West Ham. However, West Ham is only looking to sign Sancho on loan in the summer. A return to his former club Borussia Dortmund seems to be the most likely option, with talks already taking place between the two clubs for a loan deal until the end of the season.
Ratcliffe's support for Ten Hag
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the owner of INEOS and a major shareholder in Manchester United, has shown his support for manager Erik ten Hag by approving Sancho's exit. This decision could be seen as a show of confidence in Ten Hag, despite United's poor performance this season.
By backing Ten Hag's call for Sancho's departure, Ratcliffe is signaling his trust in the manager's judgment. This move also marks a significant moment in Ratcliffe's involvement with the club, as he continues to oversee a potential overhaul of the team.
Ten Hag's excitement to work with Ratcliffe
Erik ten Hag has expressed his enthusiasm about the opportunity to work with Sir Jim Ratcliffe. In a recent interview, Ten Hag mentioned that he is looking forward to collaborating with INEOS and Ratcliffe, indicating a positive relationship between the manager and the owner.
Ten Hag emphasized the importance of a winning culture and remarked that owners can inspire teams. He is expected to have discussions with Ratcliffe, as well as with Dave Brailsford and Jean-Claude Blanc, trusted colleagues of Ratcliffe. These talks are an essential part of Ratcliffe's visit to Manchester, where he will further discuss the future of the team.
