Overview
- Ranieri told Sky Sport Italia that Roma abandoned a Sancho deal because a significant outgoing sale was needed to satisfy Financial Fair Play parameters.
- With Roma out, Manchester United completed a season-long loan to Aston Villa for Sancho on deadline day.
- United reduced their wage bill through other departures, with Rasmus Hojlund, Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho reported as notable exits before the deadline.
- Birmingham Live reports Aston Villa moved on players including Douglas Luiz and Jacob Ramsey to stay within FA and UEFA financial rules.
- Chelsea’s 2024 obligation-to-buy arrangement for Sancho collapsed, leading to a reported £5m penalty payment after personal terms were not agreed.