Chelsea line up Jesus Rodriguez as Jadon Sancho’s replacement amid Man Utd return talks

Rodríguez has impressed at Betis this season, attracting interest from top European clubs, including Chelsea, who see him as a potential replacement for Jadon Sancho.

Jesus Rodriguez
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Rodríguez has experienced a rapid rise at Betis this season, drawing the attention of top European clubs with a series of standout performances since his senior debut in October. His recent display against Jagiellonia in the UEFA Conference League further boosted his reputation, playing a pivotal role in guiding Betis toward the semi-finals.

As reported by AS, Chelsea have been closely monitoring the winger, viewing him as a potential replacement for Jadon Sancho if a move happens in the near future.

Despite the mounting speculation about Rodríguez’s future, Real Betis remain calm. The club acted quickly to secure his services with a new contract that includes a €35 million (£30m/$40m) release clause. The contract also features an additional clause that allows Betis to increase the buyout fee should significant interest surface, giving them extra leverage in negotiations.

Managed by Manuel Pellegrini, Rodríguez has primarily played on the left wing, where he cuts inside onto his favored right foot. However, his versatility has also allowed him to fill in on the right side, occasionally standing in for Antony, currently on loan from Manchester United.

Chelsea have already shown their commitment to investing in young talent, with the recent acquisition of Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon. Although Quenda will remain on loan in Portugal for another season, his signing underscores Chelsea’s long-term recruitment strategy.

Jesús Rodriguez

Jesús Rodríguez Caraballo

Forwarder

SpainSpain

Age: 55

cm

kg

Season 2024/2025
Played 15 16 Missed
Minutes 850 56.7 Avg
Goals 1 0.1 Avg
Assist 0 0.0 Avg
Attempt 68 4.5 Avg
Passes 228 15.276.1% AvgSucc
Yellow 0 0.0 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 14 times for 789 minutes for La Liga.

Jesús Rodriguez scored 1 goal for Real Betis. He procured no assists. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 6th in La Liga. In the last match Real Betis won 2-0 against Jagiellonia Białystok. The next match in La Liga will be against Villarreal.

Real Betis performance and stats

Real Betis

Manager: Manuel Pellegrini Ripamonti
Rank 6th
Win 13
Draw 9
Loss 9
Goals 42-39
Diff 3
Rank 15th
Win 3
Draw 1
Loss 2
Goals 6-5
Diff 1

Real Betis is currently 6th in the La Liga with 48 points.

In the last 30 games, it has won 13 times, drew 9 times, and lost 8 times. In its last match, Real Betis drew 1-1 against FC Barcelona.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 41 goals and conceding 37.​

Real Betis will play the next match in La Liga against Villarreal on Sunday 13th of April in Sevilla. The prediction is Real Betis winning the match.​

Jadon Sancho

Jadon Sancho

Forwarder

EnglandEngland

Age: 25

180 cm

76 kg

Season 2024/2025
Played 27 6 Missed
Minutes 1657 61.4 Avg
Goals 3 0.1 Avg
Assist 4 0.1 Avg
Attempt 82 3.0 Avg
Passes 719 26.683.9% AvgSucc
Yellow 1 0.0 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 25 times for 1591 minutes for Premier League.

Jadon Sancho scored 2 goals for Chelsea. He procured 4 assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.

His team is currently 5th in Premier League. In the last match Chelsea won 3-0 against Legia Warszawa. The next match in Premier League will be against Ipswich Town.

Chelsea performance and stats

Chelsea

Manager: Enzo Maresca
Rank 1st
Win 6
Draw 0
Loss 0
Goals 26-5
Diff 21
This season

Chelsea is currently 5th in the Premier League with 53 points.

In the last 31 games, it has won 15 times, drew 8 times, and lost 8 times. In its last match, Chelsea drew 0-0 against Brentford.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 54 goals and conceding 37.​

Chelsea will play the next match in Premier League against Ipswich Town on Sunday 13th of April in London. The prediction is Chelsea winning the match.​