Sancho, the new dream of Getafe

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Mario Roldán Martínez | 14 Oct 2026 | 15.30
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Jadon Sancho, in his spell at Manchester United / Getty Images.
Jadon Sancho, in his spell at Manchester United / Getty Images.

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The transfer market of Getafe is interested in incorporating Jadon Sancho, the 26-year-old English winger who is currently without a club after ending his contract with Manchester United, as reported by DAZN on October 14. José Bordalás sees his arrival favorably, but the player's salary, around four million euros annually, forces the club to explore ways to fit the operation within its salary cap.

Getafe Seeks to Free Up Wages to Sign Sancho

The main challenge is not the transfer cost, as Sancho is a free agent, but the economic conditions of his contract. Getafe is considering various options to free up salary space in order to make an offer that aligns with its possibilities.

One option being considered is to process the release of Juanmi due to his long-term injury. This measure could provide the club with additional leeway under LaLiga's financial control regulations, although it doesn't guarantee that they can afford the Englishman's salary or that his registration would be viable.

According to information from Mundo Deportivo based on DAZN data, Bordalás values Sancho's ability to play on both wings and beat opponents one-on-one. The coach believes he can bring an offensive alternative to a squad still seeking resources in the free-agent market.

Sancho, who has been at Manchester United, Chelsea, and Aston Villa, had limited involvement in the last Premier League season. With Villa, he played 23 league matches, with no goals and two assists, according to the stats from his campaign. His contractual situation allows for negotiation of a free transfer, but the main obstacle remains his wages.

Dani Carvajal Sets the Course for Getafe in the Market

The interest in Sancho comes after Getafe officially announced the signing of Dani Carvajal on October 13. The 34-year-old full-back, who was a free agent after leaving Real Madrid, signed until June 30, 2027, after the club resolved the difficulties related to LaLiga's financial control.

The Carvajal deal shows that Getafe is willing to engage with free agents, although each signing depends on specific conditions. In the case of the defender, reports indicated a significant salary reduction was necessary to facilitate his arrival.

Sancho faces a different scenario due to the gap between his wages and Getafe's financial capacity. The club must find an acceptable solution for the player, in line with registration rules, before progressing towards an agreement.

The planning of José Bordalás also includes other available names in the market, such as Dani Parejo, as reported by the Spanish sports media. However, the interest in Sancho is still in an early stage, with no confirmed agreement.

The next step for Getafe will be to assess how much leeway can be created with Juanmi's medical situation and whether there is a feasible salary structure for Sancho. Until these issues are addressed, the signing will remain a complex possibility, not an imminent addition.

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