Al-Rayyan set to swoop for Jadon Sancho | OneFootball

Jadon Sancho could be set for an unexpected move to Qatar after Al-Rayyan submitted an offer to sign the former Manchester United winger, according to Foot Mercato.

The England international has been without a club since his Manchester United contract expired on July 1, leaving him free to negotiate with interested sides.

Al-Rayyan, one of Qatar’s most successful clubs, are hoping to take advantage of that situation by persuading the 26-year-old to begin the next chapter of his career in the Middle East.

Sancho is considering his options as he weighs up where to play next after an eventful few seasons.

The winger has also attracted interest from Atletico Madrid, while a return to Borussia Dortmund has previously been discussed following his successful spells in Germany.

The Qatari outfit believe they have a genuine opportunity to secure one of the most recognisable free agents currently available.

With no transfer fee required, Al-Rayyan are attempting to pull off one of the standout deals of the summer.

Sancho’s career has taken a dramatic turn since his blockbuster £73 million move to Manchester United in 2021.

After establishing himself as one of Europe’s brightest talents at BVB, where he scored 54 goals and supplied 45 assists in 188 appearances, expectations were sky-high when he returned to England.

However, he struggled to replicate that form in the Premier League and endured a difficult spell at Old Trafford.

Loan moves followed, including a return to Dortmund and another stint at Chelsea, but neither led to a permanent solution.

Now at a crossroads in his career, Sancho faces a significant decision.

A move to Al-Rayyan would offer a fresh start and the chance to become one of the Qatar Stars League’s marquee names.

However, reports earlier this year suggested the winger remained keen on staying in Europe, even if it meant accepting a lower salary to join an elite club.

Whether Al-Rayyan’s proposal proves too tempting to ignore remains to be seen.