In an unexpected twist in the transfer saga, Jadon Sancho is reportedly preparing to leave Chelsea and has instructed his agent to facilitate a potential return to his former club, Borussia Dortmund, this summer.

Sancho's journey has been tumultuous since his departure from Dortmund. After a high-profile move to Manchester United, he ended up spending the second half of the last season on loan back at Dortmund, following a fallout with then-United manager Erik ten Hag. Last summer, the Chelsea Blues swooped in, securing Sancho on an initial loan deal that includes an obligation to buy for a fee ranging from £20-25 million (up to €30 million / $33 million) this summer.

His time at Chelsea started brightly, but recent performances have been underwhelming. He has struggled to contribute goals and assists, particularly in the Premier League, with his last league goal occurring in a thrilling match against Tottenham Hotspur back in December. This dip in form has prompted both the player and the club to explore other options.

According to reports from Bild, a reputable German source, Sancho has ‘submitted a transfer request’ to his agent, indicating his desire to rejoin Dortmund for a third spell. Despite his challenges in England, Sancho's previous exploits at Dortmund have left a lasting impression, and many fans still view him as a ‘superstar’ capable of reviving his career back in Germany.

Should Chelsea choose not to make Sancho's loan permanent, they may find themselves liable to pay Manchester United £5 million. However, Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has been vocal in suggesting that Chelsea intends to secure Sancho’s services permanently.

With Borussia Dortmund reportedly interested in better utilizing their attacking options, and with Jamie Gittens potentially heading out amid interest from Bayern Munich and Premier League clubs, bringing Sancho back could be a strategic move to fill the void.

Additionally, there have been murmurs of interest from Serie A, particularly Juventus, who have been long-time admirers of Sancho's talents. However, with his clear preference to return to Dortmund, it seems they are in a strong position to negotiate a deal.

In unrelated Chelsea news, captain Reece James has been generating buzz following an impressive return to the England starting lineup. His incredible 30-yard free-kick in a recent World Cup qualifier against Latvia earned high praise, drawing comparisons to legendary players.

As the transfer window looms, all eyes will be on both Jadon Sancho and Chelsea's strategic plans moving forward—will we see a renaissance for Sancho in familiar territory?