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Everything to know about Jadon Sancho, including his inspirations, club and international career, style of play, achievements, setbacks, personal life and wealth.
Who is Jadon Sancho?
Jadon Sancho is an English professional footballer known for his dazzling dribbling skills and playmaking.
He currently plays as a winger for Chelsea, on loan from Manchester United.
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How old is Jadon Sancho?
Jadon Sancho is 24 years old as of December 2024. He was born on March 25, 2000.
Jadon Sancho Height
Jadon Sancho is 5 feet 11 inches (1.80m) tall.
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Jadon Sancho Biography
Born in London in 2000, Jadon Sancho's passion for the sport was evident from a young age, fuelled by his admiration for Ronaldinho and Chelsea legends Frank Lampard and Didier Drogba.
He began his youth career at Watford, where his skills flourished. At 14, he moved to Manchester City's academy, continuing to impress, but a desire for more playing time led a then-17-year-old to Borussia Dortmund in 2017.
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At Dortmund, Sancho blossomed into a star. His dribbling and playmaking lit up the Bundesliga, earning him accolades and a place among Europe's elite young talents.
He broke records, won the DFL-Supercup in 2019 and DFB-Pokal in the 2020-21 season, and became a key figure in BVB's attack.
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Manchester United secured his services for a massive £73 million (€85 million) fee in July 2021, with Sancho signing a five-year contract with the option of a further year.
While he showed flashes of brilliance, his time at Old Trafford was inconsistent. Disciplinary issues and a reported falling out with manager Erik ten Hag led to loan spells back at Dortmund in January 2024, and he thrived in his temporary return to North Rhine-Westphalia.
After a brief return to Manchester United for pre-season, the Englishman was frozen out again, leading to him joining boyhood club Chelsea on loan with an obligation to buy under certain reported conditions.
Sancho has shown signs of rediscovering his form, contributing goals and assists under Enzo Maresca's management.
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Jadon Sancho Idols
Jadon Sancho has often cited Ronaldinho as his primary inspiration. He admired the Brazilian's flair, creativity, and unique style of play.
Growing up as a Chelsea fan, Sancho looked up to Frank Lampard and Didier Drogba.
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Which team does Jadon Sancho play for?
Jadon Sancho plays for Chelsea (as of December 2024). He is currently on loan from Premier League rivals Manchester United.
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When did Jadon Sancho join Manchester United?
Jadon Sancho joined Manchester United in July 2021 for a reported transfer fee of £73 million (€85 million).
Sancho was signed for the Red Devils by then-manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with the Manchester giants pursuing the Englishman Sancho for some time.
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Solskjaer was eager to add the star’s attacking talent to his squad, believing he would be a key player for years.
Unfortunately for Sancho and Solskjaer, things did not quite work out as planned at Old Trafford: the manager was sacked in November 2021, months after the England international’s arrival and the Englishman was ultimately frozen out by United’s next boss Ten Hag.
Jadon Sancho to Chelsea
Jadon Sancho joined Chelsea on loan with an obligation to buy on August 31, 2024.
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According to reports, Chelsea will be obligated to buy Sancho for £20 million, potentially rising to £25 million with add-ons, if they finish in the top 14 of the Premier League in the 2024-25 season.
This move to his boyhood club provided a fresh start and a chance to reignite his Premier League career.
He quickly made an impact at Chelsea, contributing a match-winning assist for Christopher Nkunku on his debut against Bournemouth in September 2024 and earning Man of the Match honours.
He continued his strong start with assists in his next two matches against West Ham United and Brighton & Hove Albion, showcasing his playmaking abilities.
Sancho eventually scored his first goal for Chelsea in a convincing 5-1 win over Southampton before following that up by scoring the West London club’s first goal in a thrilling 4-3 turnaround win over Tottenham Hotspur, having trailed 2-0.
Jadon Sancho International Career
Jadon Sancho's international career has been a mix of early promise and tournament disappointments.
He represented England at various youth levels, showcasing his talent and potential from a young age.
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He was a key player for the England under-17 team that reached the final of the 2017 UEFA European Under-17 Championship, earning the Player of the Tournament award for outstanding performances.
Sancho also featured in the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup, though his participation was limited due to an agreement between Borussia Dortmund and the English FA.
He made his mark with two goals in the opening match against Chile, but his involvement was cut short when Dortmund recalled him for club duties before the round of 16.
Strong performances at BVB earned Sancho a senior England call-up in 2018, and he made his Three Lions debut in a Nations League match against Croatia in October 2018.
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Sancho scored his first senior goals for England in a Euro 2020 qualifier against Kosovo, netting a brace in a thrilling victory on September 10, 2019.
He was part of the Three Lions squad that reached the final of Euro 2020, but his penalty miss in the shootout contributed to their heartbreaking defeat to Italy.
Following Euro 2020, Sancho faced a dip in form and disciplinary issues at the club level, ultimately leading to his exclusion from the England squad for the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024.
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Jadon Sancho Stats
According to Transfermarkt, Jadon Sancho has made 251 senior club appearances since joining Borussia Dortmund in 2017, scoring 67 goals (as of December 2024).
The Englishman scored 53 times in 158 appearances for BVB, netted 12 goals in 83 matches for Manchester United and has scored twice for Chelsea in 10.
A deeper breakdown shows that 40 of his goals have come in the Bundesliga, 11 in the Premier League, seven in the Champions League and six in the DFB-Pokal.
Sancho has netted goals in the Europa League, FA Cup and DFB-Supercup, scoring one in each competition.
At international level, Sancho has three goals in 23 caps as of December 2024.
Jadon Sancho Style of Play
Jadon Sancho is widely recognised for his technical ability and creativity on the field.
He possesses outstanding dribbling skills and ball control, making him a master of trickery and feints in one-on-one situations.
At Borussia Dortmund, he was hailed as one of the world's most promising young talents, excelling at creating scoring opportunities for his teammates and scoring himself.
Sancho’s versatility allows him to play effectively as a second striker or wide midfielder, typically deployed on either wing in a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3.
Although he has been utilised in both positions at Chelsea, he has predominantly played on the left.
Jadon Sancho Salary
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Jadon Sancho's salary situation is complex due to his loan moves.
According to Capology, Sancho earns £100,000 per week at Chelsea, taking a pay cut to join the London club from Manchester United.
At Man Utd, the Englishman earned £250,000 weekly.
Jadon Sancho Market Value
According to Transfermarkt, Jadon Sancho's market value is €30 million. This ranks the Englishman 261 in the world, 124th in the Premier League and 13th at Chelsea.
Sancho reached a high of €130m in March 2020.
Jadon Sancho Achievements
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Borussia Dortmund
DFB-Pokal: 2020–21
DFL-Supercup: 2019
Manchester United
EFL Cup: 2022–23
International
Youth
England U17
FIFA U-17 World Cup: 2017 (winner)
UEFA European Under-17 Championship: 2017 (runner-up)
Senior
UEFA European Championship: 2020 (runner-up)
Individual
UEFA European Under-17 Championship Golden Player: 2017
UEFA European Under-17 Championship Team of the Tournament: 2017
Bundesliga Player of the Month: October 2018, February 2020, February 2021
Bundesliga Goal of the Month: February 2019
Bundesliga Team of the Season: 2018–19, 2019–20
kicker Bundesliga Team of the Season: 2018–19, 2019–20
VDV Newcomer of the Season: 2018–19
VDV Team of the Season: 2018–19, 2019–20
Goal.com NxGn: 2019
DFB-Pokal top scorer: 2020–21
Jadon Sancho Parents
Although specifics are unknown, Jadon Sancho's mother is from Trinidad and Tobago and his father is of Jamaican and Guyanese descent.
It has been reported that they supported his football aspirations from a young age, even making sacrifices to help him pursue his dreams. They recognised his talent early on and encouraged him to develop his skills.
Jadon Sancho Wife
Jadon Sancho is not married. It is not known if he has a girlfriend or is in any relationship, even if there have been reports of him dating social media influencer Lucciana Leyva, actress Karrueche Tran and American model Yasmine Lopez.
Jadon Sancho Net Worth
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According to multiple sources, Jadon Sancho's net worth is $8 million to $15 million.
He has a major endorsement deal with Nike, being a prominent face of Nike's Mercurial line of football boots designed for speed and agility.
His high wages at Borussia Dortmund and Manchester United also contribute to his wealth.
Jadon Sancho Social Media
Jadon Sancho is on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
He shares a mix of personal photos, training and match glimpses, and endorsements. He also uses it to celebrate his teammates and connect with fans.
He can be found on Instagram (@sancho) and X (@Sanchooo10).
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