Newcastle confirm that Dan Ashworth has been placed on gardening leave amid Man United interest... as Magpies claim they're 'naturally disappointed' that the transfer chief wants to leave
10 months ago

Newcastle confirm that Dan Ashworth has been placed on gardening leave amid Man United interest... as Magpies claim they're 'naturally disappointed' that the transfer chief wants to leave

Daily Mail  

Dan Ashworth has moved a step closer to becoming Manchester United’s new director of football after Newcastle confirmed that he has been placed on gardening leave. The two clubs still have to agree a compensation figure, but Newcastle’s chief executive Darren Eales said: ‘We are naturally disappointed that Dan has chosen to leave.’ As revealed by Mail Sport on Sunday, Ashworth has told Newcastle he wants to leave the club as the Red Devils prepare to launch a move for the sporting director. A message from Darren Earles, the club CEO, Newcastle United can announce that Dan Ashworth has commenced a period of gardening leave. — Newcastle United FC February 19, 2024 Dan Ashworth has asked to leave Newcastle amid interest from Manchester United Sir Jim Ratcliffe is eager to appoint the highly-rated Ashworth as United's sporting director but the clubs must agree a significant compensation fee A statement on the club website confirmed the decision to place Ashworth on gardening leave Your browser does not support iframes.

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Sporting director Dan Ashworth leaves Manchester United
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Sporting director Dan Ashworth leaves Manchester United

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Dan Ashworth has left his role as Manchester …

Dan Ashworth leaves office as sporting director of Manchester United
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Dan Ashworth leaves office as sporting director of Manchester United

The Hindu  

Dan Ashworth has left the office of sporting director at Manchester United within five months of taking charge, the club confirmed on Sunday. “Dan Ashworth will be leaving his role as Sporting Director of Manchester United by mutual agreement. Ashworth was formerly the sporting director of Newcastle United, with the Magpies playing in the Champions League after 20 years, last …

Dan Ashworth leaves Manchester United sporting director role after 5 months
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Dan Ashworth leaves Manchester United sporting director role after 5 months

India Today  

Dan Ashworth has stepped down as Manchester United's sporting director after just five months in the role, with the decision being described as mutual by the club. The announcement came on Sunday, following discussions between Ashworth and Chief Executive Omar Berrada, reportedly triggered by United’s 3-2 home defeat to Nottingham Forest on Saturday, according to The Athletic. "Dan Ashworth will …

Manchester United given transfer boost after signing Dan Ashworth from Newcastle
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Manchester United given transfer boost after signing Dan Ashworth from Newcastle

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Dan Ashworth is finally able to start as …

Man Utd reach settlement with Newcastle to appoint Dan Ashworth as sporting director
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Man Utd reach settlement with Newcastle to appoint Dan Ashworth as sporting director

The Telegraph  

Manchester United have finally reached a settlement with Newcastle to appoint Dan Ashworth as sporting director. It is unclear what level of compensation United and Newcastle finally agreed on but the deal comes at the start of what is effectively a new accounting year for clubs. “Newcastle United and Manchester United have reached an agreement for the immediate release of …

Premier League: Manchester United hire Dan Ashworth from Newcastle as sporting director
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Premier League: Manchester United hire Dan Ashworth from Newcastle as sporting director

India Today  

Manchester United have confirmed the appointment of Dan Ashworth as their new sporting director, following successful negotiations with Newcastle United. INEOS, which gained full control over Manchester United's sporting operations after Sir Jim Ratcliffe became co-owner in February, identified Ashworth as the prime candidate to spearhead their transformation of the club. This development was not well-received by Newcastle's management, who …

Dan Ashworth to argue he was sacked by Newcastle in bid to force Manchester United move
7 months ago

Dan Ashworth to argue he was sacked by Newcastle in bid to force Manchester United move

The Telegraph  

Dan Ashworth is attempting to force Newcastle United to let him out of his lengthy gardening leave early so that he can start work at Manchester United and will argue he was sacked from the club rather than resigning. Ashworth and Manchester United have requested an arbitration hearing which is to begin later this month as they cannot agree a …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe claims it is 'ABSURD' for Newcastle to place sporting director Dan Ashworth on gardening leave... as Man United continue £20m pursuit of Magpies official
10 months ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe claims it is 'ABSURD' for Newcastle to place sporting director Dan Ashworth on gardening leave... as Man United continue £20m pursuit of Magpies official

Daily Mail  

Manchester United have made an approach but have been asked for £20m Jim Ratcliffe called it 'absurd' for Magpies to place Ashworth on gardening leave Sir Jim Ratcliffe claimed it is 'absurd' for Newcastle to place sporting director Dan Ashworth on gardening leave amid Manchester United's pursuit of him. Sir Jim Ratcliffe has called it 'absurd' that Newcasle have placed …

Manchester United poach Dan Ashworth to teach Newcastle a harsh reality
10 months ago

Manchester United poach Dan Ashworth to teach Newcastle a harsh reality

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Dan Ashworth is leaving Newcastle to join Manchester …

Should Man United be forced to pay more than £60MILLION to poach Dan Ashworth? They're wrecking Newcastle's transfer business, Dom King argues on It's All Kicking Off
10 months ago

Should Man United be forced to pay more than £60MILLION to poach Dan Ashworth? They're wrecking Newcastle's transfer business, Dom King argues on It's All Kicking Off

Daily Mail  

Manchester United are wrecking Newcastle's transfer business by swooping for sporting director Dan Ashworth, Mail Sport's Dom King believes. It is understood that the period of gardening leave written into the 52-year-old's contract would take him towards the January transfer window in 2026, meaning United must negotiate a bumper compensation package to release him early. Manchester United may have to …

Newcastle sporting director Dan Ashworth to leave amid links to Man United
10 months ago

Newcastle sporting director Dan Ashworth to leave amid links to Man United

News 18  

He has worked in the shadows in English soccer for more than a decade, instilling a so-called “DNA” into its improving national teams and then shaping the growth and philosophy of Premier League clubs Brighton and Newcastle. Ashworth has been placed on leave by Newcastle, the Saudi-controlled northeast club said Monday, amid reported interest from Man United about taking up …

Dan Ashworth decision marks crucial step in Manchester United’s Ineos revolution
10 months ago

Dan Ashworth decision marks crucial step in Manchester United’s Ineos revolution

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Manchester United are prepared to wait on Dan …

Newcastle puts Ashworth on gardening leave amid Man Utd interest
10 months ago

Newcastle puts Ashworth on gardening leave amid Man Utd interest

The Hindu  

Newcastle sporting director Dan Ashworth has been put on gardening leave after reportedly telling the club he wants to join Manchester United. United is understood to be keen to bring Ashworth to Old Trafford as part of an overhaul of the club’s structure following Jim Ratcliffe’s deal to acquire a 25 per cent stake and take control of football operations. …

Newcastle’s Dan Ashworth placed on gardening leave as Man Utd face £20m demand
10 months ago

Newcastle’s Dan Ashworth placed on gardening leave as Man Utd face £20m demand

The Telegraph  

Dan Ashworth could be prevented from taking up a position as Manchester United’s new director of football until 2026 after Newcastle United placed him on gardening leave on Sunday night. Telegraph Sport understands that Newcastle will now insist on a compensation fee of more than £20 million if Manchester United want him to start work before the stipulated length of …

Eddie Howe concerned Dan Ashworth could hand Newcastle transfer secrets to Manchester United
10 months, 1 week ago

Eddie Howe concerned Dan Ashworth could hand Newcastle transfer secrets to Manchester United

The Telegraph  

Eddie Howe has expressed his concern over Dan Ashworth’s continued presence at Newcastle United given his expected departure for Manchester United as he is privy to so much sensitive information that can be passed on to a rival. Howe pointedly remarked that Ashworth has not once said he wishes to stay at Newcastle after Telegraph Sport revealed the club’s hierarchy …

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