Al-Hilal prepare onslaught for ‘amazing' Man Utd star after Bruno Fernandes snub
Al-Hilal have reportedly entered the fray for Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho who now appears to have several options on the table.
The Saudi Pro League giants famously tried to acquire the services of MUFC captain Bruno Fernandes, offering him £200 million in wages spread over three years.
However, the Portuguese playmaker and his family weren't convinced, so they decided to stay in Manchester.
Al-Hilal also faced similar rejections on several other fronts, failing to sway the likes of Victor Osimhen and Theo Hernandez before the start of the FIFA Club World Cup.
Nevertheless, the Arabs still have major plans for the rest of the summer, and it could include another Man Utd player.
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According to CentreDevils, several Saudi sides have enquired about Sancho, including Al-Hilal. These clubs are seeking information regarding the asking price and other conditions.
Man Utd are clearly willing to do business for the London native who isn't part of Ruben Amorim's plans.
The winger spent two and a half years at Carrington, and his stint was marred by disappointing outings and controversial incidents off the pitch, including a public spat with former United manager, Erik ten Hag, which kept him out of the squad for several months before returning to Dortmund for a brief loan spell in January 2024.
Sancho joined Chelsea last summer and found some success in the first half of the season, with Arsenal legend Ian Wright describing his performances as 'Amazing'.
However, after an underwhelming second half of the season campaign, the West Londoners opted to pay a €5 million penalty to relieve themselves of the obligation to buy him for £25 million.
But the good news for Man Utd is that several suitors are seemingly queuing up for Sancho, as we've already reported Napoli's interest in the player earlier today.
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