The latest on the Sancho-Raphinha swap deal between Manchester United and Barcelona brings some complications. It seems Manchester United won't be able to swap Jadon Sancho directly for Raphinha with Barcelona. Barcelona is adamant about selling Raphinha but isn't interested in including Sancho in the deal. According to Sky Sports, Barcelona has set a price tag of $100 million (~£79 million) for Raphinha.
This suggests that, for the negotiations to proceed, Manchester United might have to offer a cash sum in addition to including Sancho in the deal. This adds a layer of complexity to the potential agreement, making it less straightforward for both clubs in the January 2024 transfer window.