Manchester United have received a boost in their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho, according to reports.
The England international was rumoured to be United’s top transfer target during last summer’s window.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side were not able to get a deal over the line, but they could renew their interest in Sancho at the end of the season.
A fierce fan backlash played a part in United’s decision to drop out, with executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward having since fallen on his sword.
Reports on Thursday suggested that the 49-year-old’s departure was because of his opposition to the Super League, but those claims have been laughed off by most United fans.
Woodward has played a big role in United’s recruitment in recent years, and there is a feeling that his exit could help the club complete a deal for Sancho.
The executive vice-chairman has been accused of making major mistakes in United’s pursuit of the winger last summer.
He allegedly refused to believe that Dortmund’s deadline was a serious proposition, and he also failed to persuade the German giants to lower their asking price.
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