–Sancho Nears Juventus Move as Amorim Approves Swap Deal for Douglas LuizManchester United winger Jadon Sancho is on the brink of leaving Old Trafford in a potential swap deal with Juventus that would see midfielder Douglas Luiz head to Manchester as part of Rúben Amorim’s summer rebuild.
Sources indicate the deal is progressing quickly, with United aiming to finalize the move before the squad begins pre-season training on Monday, July 7.
Manager Amorim has reportedly signed off on the exchange, seeing Luiz as a vital addition to a midfield that lacked energy and consistency throughout a dismal 2024/25 campaign.
Sancho, who joined United in 2021 for £73 million, has endured a difficult spell. His public fallout with former manager Erik ten Hag and an underwhelming loan to Chelsea—who opted not to make the deal permanent—have cast doubts over his future.
Now, under Amorim’s leadership, he appears to be surplus to requirements, especially given the manager’s preference for a high-intensity 3-4-3 system.Juventus, looking to reshape their squad as well, are offering Douglas Luiz in return. While the Brazilian had an unproductive year in Turin—recording no goals or assists in 27 appearances—Amorim is focused on his previous form.
Luiz was a standout in the 2023/24 Premier League season with Aston Villa, tallying 10 goals and 10 assists, and would add much-needed dynamism alongside Bruno Fernandes.With Christian Eriksen’s exit and Casemiro’s declining performances, Luiz is seen as a key piece in United’s midfield rebuild. He could also provide a stabilizing presence given Manuel Ugarte’s inconsistency—despite his prior connection with Amorim at Sporting CP.
The proposed swap helps United navigate financial limitations, shedding Sancho’s £250,000-per-week wage while avoiding a direct transfer fee. Juventus currently value Luiz at around €30 million, but the exchange deal structure is expected to benefit both clubs economically.Juventus had reportedly floated names like Dusan Vlahovic and Timothy Weah in earlier discussions, but Amorim specifically requested Luiz.
Sancho, for his part, is believed to be open to a wage cut in order to relaunch his career in Serie A, where he hopes to rediscover the form that once made him a Bundesliga star.The move reflects Amorim’s clear message: no player is untouchable.
Sancho joins a list of attacking players—Antony, Rashford, Garnacho—who may also be moved on to fund reinforcements.While Luiz brings Premier League experience, versatility, and energy, questions remain over his injury record. Sancho, on the other hand, represents a calculated risk for Juventus—high potential but in need of a fresh start.With United preparing for pre-season friendlies in Malaysia, the US, and across Asia, this swap could become a defining moment in Amorim’s attempt to reverse the club’s fortunes following a season marked by 18 league defeats and a Europa League final loss.-
