10th-tier side officially issue Jadon Sancho transfer statement

Jadon Sancho has unexpectedly been linked with a move into non-league football after training with Flixton FC.

The 26-year-old became a free agent after his Manchester United contract expired earlier this summer and has been maintaining his fitness while considering his next move.

Sancho recently used Flixton’s facilities for a private training session, with footage of his visit quickly attracting attention online.

However, the tenth-tier club have now issued an official statement confirming that the former United winger was neither on trial nor involved in transfer negotiations.

Flixton clarify Jadon Sancho visit

In an official statment on their Instagram site, Flixton FC owner Christopher Garcia explained: “Over the past few days, we’ve seen a number of posts and comments circulating regarding Jadon Sancho’s visit to Flixton FC.”

He continued: “To clarify, Jadon was not on trial with the club and was not involved in any transfer discussions. He simply used our facilities for a private training session to maintain his fitness while preparing for the next chapter of his career.

“We’re proud that the quality of our pitch and facilities made Flixton a place where a player of his caliber felt comfortable training, and he is welcome to train at Flixton FC whenever he wishes.”

“During his visit, Jadon was nothing but professional, humble, and generous with his time. After completing his session, he happily met with young supporters, posed for photos, signed autographs, and left a lasting impression on everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him.

“Jadon is a world-class footballer who has achieved more in the game than most players could ever dream of. He deserves respect for both his accomplishments and the way he conducted himself during his visit, not the unwarranted criticism that has followed.”

“We thank Jadon for choosing Flixton FC as a place to train and wish him every success in the next stage of his career, which will undoubtedly be at a level far above where we currently compete. Our doors will always be open to him.”

Sancho searching for next club

Sancho’s association with United has now ended five years after he arrived from Borussia Dortmund in a £73 million move.

The winger struggled to establish himself consistently at Old Trafford and, following a public fall-out with then-manager Erik ten Hag, spent periods on loan with Dortmund and Aston Villa before his contract expired.

He is now available without a transfer fee and has reportedly attracted interest from several clubs across Europe, having previously been linked with moves to Italy and Turkey.

His appearance at Flixton was simply an opportunity to maintain his fitness rather than an indication of where his career will take him next.