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George Smith

Jadon Sancho is running out of time to prove Antony right at Manchester United

Almost two years since swapping Borussia Dortmund for Manchester United, Jadon Sancho is still searching for his breakthrough moment at Old Trafford.

After an underwhelming first season in M16, impacted by the collective difficulties United encountered, there was renewed optimism that the winger would flourish at the second attempt under Erik ten Hag. Sancho was one of the Reds' standout players on the pre-season tour of Australia and Thailand last summer, scoring three goals in four matches.

He linked up nicely with the likes of Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford, offering everyone renewed hope that he would thrive in a Ten Hag system built on pace and fluidity in forward areas. However, the £85.5million capture of Antony from Ajax quickly dented his hopes of remaining a regular starter.

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