Michael Carrick's comments about Jadon Sancho highlight a potential dilemma for the Manchester United star. With the season drawing to a close, Carrick, who has taken on an interim head coaching role following Ruben Amorim's sacking, may have to make some difficult decisions about the club's forgotten stars. One such player is Sancho, currently on loan at rivals Aston Villa, where he has struggled to make an impact in the league but shone in Europe.
Sancho, a 25-year-old winger, has had a tumultuous time at United since his public row with ex-boss Erik ten Hag. Despite previous loan spells at Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea helping him regain form, he has rarely been seen in a United kit since. However, Carrick's positive comments from his first spell in charge in 2021 could signal a potential return to glory for Sancho at the club.
During that time, Sancho scored in Carrick's first game in charge, a Champions League clash against Villarreal, which United won 2-0. Carrick praised Sancho's performance, highlighting his effort in defense and his ability to make things happen with the ball at his feet. These comments suggest that Carrick sees Sancho as an important player and may be willing to give him another chance at Old Trafford.
United could let Sancho leave on a free in the summer when his contract expires, but Carrick's influence could play a part in fashioning a return for the forgotten star or making him more attractive to potential suitors. With just the Premier League left to focus on, Carrick will likely take a look at some of the club's forgotten stars, and Sancho may be one of them.
