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Jadon Sancho Rejects Roma Move — Career in Limbo
Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho, 25, has decisively rejected Roma’s approach, opting to hold out for what he believes will be better offers from Europe’s top clubs . Despite Roma offering a loan-to-buy deal worth around £20 million, Sancho could not agree on personal terms—primarily due to wage demands reportedly in the range of £250,000–300,000 per week .
His representatives allegedly pressured him to formally reject Roma’s proposal, hoping instead to secure a lucrative move elsewhere—perhaps to a Champions League club or a more financially favorable league . However, financial engineering may be required to bridge the gap between Sancho’s salary expectations and what prospective suitors are prepared to pay .
While Roma have pivoted to Aston Villa’s Leon Bailey, they remain open to Sancho if they can satisfy his demands . Inter Milan and Juventus are thought to be monitoring the situation too—though intriguingly, Sancho appears to consider Besiktas an option only if top-tier European clubs fail to come forward before the end of the window .
For Manchester United, the fallout continues: Sancho is not in manager Rúben Amorim’s plans for the season, doesn’t have a squad number, and remains a key figure in the ‘bomb squad’ of surplus players .
In short, Sancho’s future hangs in the balance—caught between high wage expectations, a summer deadline (September 1 in major European leagues), and dwindling options if no high-profile bids materialize.
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Xavi Simons Has His Heart Set on Chelsea
Meanwhile, RB Leipzig attacker Xavi Simons, 22, is making headlines—and it’s not with goals this time. He has made it abundantly clear that Chelsea is his sole desired destination this summer, despite interest from Bayern Munich and Manchester City .
Insiders suggest he’s informed family, agents, and other clubs of his preference and is poised to join the Blues before the September 1 Transfer Deadline Day . Chelsea are reportedly prepared to lodge a €60 million offer to close the deal .
However, negotiations remain ongoing. Leipzig are expected to demand a fee in the region of €60–70 million, and Chelsea may need to offload players first—such as Christopher Nkunku—to make room in their squad and budget .
Other reports reinforce that Chelsea have already agreed personal terms with Simons and are progressing with their offer—a potential £61 million deal in the works according to sources .
The calculus is simple: Simons wants Stamford Bridge, Chelsea want Simons, but how quickly Leipzig can accept an offer—and how efficiently Chelsea can clear their space—will determine if this transfer gets across the line by deadline day.
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Key Transfer Tensions: Sancho vs. Simons
Player Current Situation Main Issue Prospective Moves
Sancho Rejected Roma; high wages limiting options Wage demands, stalled negotiations Eyeing top-five European clubs; Besiktas as a fallback
Simons Wants Chelsea; ongoing negotiations with Leipzig Transfer fee and squad space Set on Chelsea; offer being prepared
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Live Wire Updates
Sancho’s Standoff: Without any agreement on wages or personal terms, Sancho has rebuffed Roma—but the Italian side isn’t done yet. If they sweeten the offer, he might reconsider. Until then, options are narrowing fast .
Simons’ Single-minded Campaign: The Dutch midfielder’s preference for Chelsea is unwavering. His only potential hold-up: how quickly Chelsea can match Leipzig’s price tag and free up roster space .
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Expect the Unexpected
Stay tuned, because Transfer Deadline Day (September 1) promises a surge in activity. Sancho’s fate could hinge on late bids or a compromise on wages—while Simons’ switch may hinge on player sales and a final agreement with Leipzig. This window is far from over—and both storylines are primed for dramatic late-game pivots.
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