Manchester United and Juventus negotiate a swap between three stars
Manchester United and Juventus are reportedly exploring a high-profile swap deal involving winger Jadon Sancho, striker Dušan Vlahović, and midfielder Douglas Luiz. The proposed move, still in early discussions, could reshape both squads ahead of the 2025/26 season.
Juventus Targets Sancho, Offers Key Players in Return
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus is interested in Jadon Sancho, viewing him as a valuable reinforcement for their attacking unit. The club is exploring ways to reduce the financial impact of the deal by including Dušan Vlahović and newly signed Douglas Luiz as part of a potential swap.
While the proposal has not been formalized, internal talks are ongoing between club representatives.
Potential Swap Details: Who’s on the Table?
Jadon Sancho (Manchester United)
- 24 years old
- Recently returned from loan at Borussia Dortmund
- Attracting interest from Napoli, Bayer Leverkusen, and clubs in Germany
- Expected to be sold if the right offer arrives
Dušan Vlahović (Juventus)
- 25 years old
- Regular target of Manchester United in previous windows
- Seen as a potential long-term striker for United
Douglas Luiz (Juventus)
- 27 years old
- Recently moved from Aston Villa to Juventus
- Familiar with the Premier League and viewed as an attractive piece for United’s midfield rebuild
Why the Deal Makes Sense for Both Sides
Juventus sees the swap as a way to rebuild their attack without large cash outflows, while Manchester United could add two proven Serie A talents to boost both their forward line and midfield.
- Juventus offloads wages and revitalizes their wing play
- Manchester United adds depth and potentially replaces departing players
With Sancho not in Erik ten Hag’s long-term plans, United may be more open to creative offers, especially involving players they’ve tracked before.
Early-Stage Talks — No Official Bid Yet
While the interest is mutual, the negotiations are said to be in the preliminary stages, and no formal bid has been submitted. Both clubs are evaluating the structure of a possible player-plus-player deal that could satisfy valuation concerns on both ends.
