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Dortmund Weighs January Sancho Return as Villa Loan Falters

Club executives are weighing a move pending a possible January loan break under feasible terms.

Overview

  • Reports in Germany say Aston Villa is considering ending Jadon Sancho’s season-long loan early, creating a potential opening for a winter move.
  • Borussia Dortmund is closely monitoring the situation, with sporting director Sebastian Kehl and CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke cited as supporters of a return.
  • Sancho is reported to be open to a wage reduction to facilitate a move back to Dortmund.
  • His current spell at Villa has yielded eight appearances totaling 336 minutes with no goals or assists.
  • Any pursuit would need to balance finances and tactical fit under coach Niko Kovac, and no agreement or formal negotiations have been confirmed.