Manchester United have been handed a boost in their hopes of landing Jadon Sancho this summer.
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly lining up Arsenal reject Donyell Malen as the winger’s replacement.
United have been chasing the England star’s signature for several years and are prioritising signing him this summer.
According to Bild, Dortmund are preparing to bring in Dutch talent Malen as a replacement for Sancho.
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Malen failed to make the grade at Arsenal with the attacker sold to PSV Eindhoven in 2017.
The speedy winger has impressed for PSV and the German club think Malen can provide a direct replacement for Sancho.
Dortmund have set their sights on bringing in Malen which will enable them to sell Sancho to United.
Sancho is currently with England for Euro 2020 although the winger was not in the squad for their opening win over Croatia.
The Red Devils expect to complete the signing of Sancho after the Euros this summer.
United have agreed personal terms with the 21-year-old set to pocket £350,000 a week in a five-year deal.