An incredible young talent, ripping it up in a top European league and already a full international.

Not only is Manchester United target Jadon Sancho one of the most exciting players in the modern game but he is one already being tipped for an incredible summer move.

It almost seems too good to be true. A former Manchester City player who could join in the summer and solve United's right wing problem by forming a mouth watering attacking trio alongside Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial.

What could possibly go wrong? Memphis Depay might be able to tell you.

United fans might try and tell you otherwise, but five years ago there was a similar hype surrounding Depay's long awaited transfer to Old Trafford following a sensational season at PSV Eindhoven.

The dazzling dribbler had just helped light up a World Cup which saw his nation only an agonising penalty shootout away from the final itself, and expectations were high when the new No.7 arrived at United.

However, things didn't work out. Personal attitude problems and questionable managerial approaches all contributed to his downfall at Old Trafford as the latest sensational talent failed to make the grade.

Two goals and two assists for the Netherlands on Thursday night reminded supporters of what could have been, but it is safe to say their attentions were focused on what might be ahead this summer instead.

Injury to Marcus Rashford has once again opened the door on Sancho's England career, and with every dazzling performance an extra few million seems to be added to his already extortionate price-tag.

Reports this week suggested a bid of at least £80m would be needed if Dortmund are to part with an integral part of their current first-team set-up. Even in a post-Neymar market that is a lot for a 18-year-old who has only been a regular in the starting line up since last October.

The fact Dortmund have already sold Pulisic to Chelsea also raises some questions over whether or not they would also be willing to let Sancho go as well. Replacing one first-team forward is hard enough, replacing two while still trying to mount a realistic title challenge is even more troublesome.

It means the dilemma for United is whether or not they take a risk now and make Sancho the second-highest transfer in club history, or settle for a more experienced asset while he develops.

As the club learnt when dealing with Depay there is little time to allow such a player time to bed in and adapt. The intense media scrutiny of playing for the biggest side in England will either make a player sink or swim rapidly.

If the club are to show their faith in the 18-year-old then they must be prepared to start him every week and ensure that the entire formation is adapted to bring the best out of him. Two mistakes which certainly did not help Depay make any notable impression on the home crowd.

There is certainly encouragement around the manner in which Sancho connects with United's fellow English contingent, and no doubting the match winning performances which he has already showcased in Germany.

Jadon Sancho celebrates scoring for Borussia Dortmund against Bayer Leverkusen

However, while United's lack of a suitable right winger might open the door for Sancho to flourish it also means he would be under immense pressure to make it count when it matters. Not necessarily a problem, but a huge test of his character nontheless.

It must also be argued that his arrival would only be justified if the club first prioritise on their first two problems of cutting squad filler and buying a new top-class centre-back first. Sancho might be brilliant, but he is still not the magic wand solution which would transform the current team into a title winning one.

If United do decide to show their faith in the South London sensation then it really does prove just how phenomenal his unique talent is. But a word of warning, as supporters will know by now, sometimes the hype needs to be quashed in order for a player to truly flourish.