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Jadon Sancho sparks injury fears after incident in friendly vs Elche
Mar 27 2026 15:11 · By onefootball.com · 34 Reads
Manchester United loanee Jadon Sancho has sparked injury concerns after what happened in Aston Villa’s friendly against Spanish outfit Elche.
Sancho is set to become a free agent at the end of the season, once his United contract expires.
Though United have the option to extend his contract by a further 12 months, they’ve decided against it. As a result, they are expected to release him outright rather than keep him for another year or try to generate a fee from his exit.
The England international has not set the world alight at Villa. He has made 19 Premier League appearances this term, contributing only two assists in that period. He has primarily been used from the bench by Unai Emery.
Sancho’s only goal for Villa came in the Europa League meeting with Turkish outfit Fenerbahce.
There have been rumours that Villa are open to signing him permanently. A report covered by The Peoples Person also relayed that Borussia Dortmund are eyeing another reunion, although it is likely Sancho will have to reduce his salary demands.
The 26-year-old started for Villa in their friendly with Elche on Friday.
– Friday, 27 March 2026
The United loanee was however dealt a massive setback as he was forced off the pitch with a shoulder injury before half-time.
Sancho fell awkwardly after a challenge from five minutes before the break, sparking immediate concern.
He was tended to by medical staff but appeared to be in visible discomfort. It then became crystal clear that he could not carry on, prompting Emery to replace him with Ollie Watkins.
Sancho’s shoulder was placed in a makeshift sling following the incident. Villa will now assess the injury further, with an update on his fitness expected soon.
Hopefully, it’s nothing serious and he makes a timely return to action.
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