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Arsene Wenger Says He Failed in Bid to Sign Jadon Sancho for Arsenal

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has said he tried to bring England prodigy Jadon Sancho to the Emirates Stadium.

Sancho made the switch to Borussia Dortmund in August 2017 and has proved to be a sensational acquisition for the German club. This season he's been one of the standout players in the Bundesliga despite his tender years.

Speaking about the player on beIN Sports (h/t Goal), Wenger outlined how he sought the winger before he left City for the German giants:

"I wanted to sign him from Man City when he wasn't getting games.