Jadon Sancho has confirmed that his days with Chelsea are numbered after leaving a farewell message to the club.
The English midfielder will return to Manchester United, with the two sides being unable to agree on a new deal to make his loan spell permanent.
In the end, it was Chelsea’s decision as they chose to pay the £5m penalty clause after they opted against triggering his obligation to buy clause this summer.
OFFICIAL: Jadon Sancho leaves Chelsea and returns to Man United with £5m penalty clause paid.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 3, 2025
“Grateful for the experience. Big love to everyone at Chelsea who made me feel at home: teammates, staff and the fans. Wishing the club all the best moving forward”. pic.twitter.com/MZz2fudgUA
Most would agree it was a successful move for Sancho, who was previously struggling at United. He finished the season with three goals and four assists in the Premier League, while helping Chelsea clinch the Conference League title last month.
Throughout his 41 games for Chelsea across all competitions, he contributed 10 assists and five goals.
He turned to social media to write a message to everyone associated with the club, as the England international is scheduled to leave on June 30.
"Grateful for the experience. Big love to everyone at Chelsea who made me feel at home — teammates, staff and the fans,” he said on X. “Wishing the club all the best moving forward. Truly grateful, Thank you Blues."
Sancho won’t compete for Chelsea in the Club World Cup as he will be searching for his next destination. He’s obligated to return to United, but the talented winger will assess all of his options.
Whoever lands Sancho is getting a magnificent talent. He brings smooth dribbling, a high IQ, and creative playmaking to tear up opposing defenses.
He thrives in one on one opportunities, making him an enjoyable watch. His next club will be extremely happy with what he can provide.
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