Manchester United is in the process of restructuring its football operations, with Dan Ashworth at the center of their plans. Ashworth, known for his transformative work at West Brom, Brighton, and Newcastle, has caught the eye of Manchester United, a move that seemed destined since he impressed Sir Alex Ferguson. The club is set to make more appointments quickly following Ashworth's anticipated arrival, with an agreement reportedly close. Among the potential hires is Jason Wilcox, currently Southampton's director of football, who is respected for his openness and honesty, as noted by Southampton manager Martin. Manchester United's pursuit of Ashworth involves a potential very high compensation and the possibility of rebuilding the scouting department, with Brighton's Sam Jewell favored to lead the new structure. The club's relationship with Sir Dave Brailsford and the belief in making bold appointments quickly to generate momentum is influencing these moves, along with discussions about Julian Ward's potential appointment and the likely exit of John Murtough. Eddie Howe, Newcastle's manager, has indicated that while there has been no direct contact, Ashworth has not expressed a desire to stay at Newcastle, leading to speculation about his future and the ability to sign stars like Leandro Trossard.
🚨⚪️⚫️ Eddie Howe on #NUFC director Ashworth and Man United: “We had no direct contact but he hasn’t said that he wants to stay”. “Whatever happens, we want a quick resolution”. ↪️🔴 Ashworth wants Manchester United. https://t.co/mv651E6ruw
Eddie Howe has spoken about Man United approaching Dan Ashworth. #NUFC | #BBCFootball | @Raisbeck10
Dan Ashworth has not said he wants to stay at #NUFC this week, according to Eddie Howe, but #MUFC still yet to approach the club formally. Frustrating situation that feels unsustainable & it needs a solution. Lots of Qs about how this is affecting club: https://t.co/Rs3PbRTQf9
'No contact but news stories suggest something is going to happen' 💬 Eddie Howe responds to questions on Manchester United’s pursuit of Dan Ashworth ⬇️ https://t.co/KBgEPvsLnN
Man United can expect Dan Ashworth to sign stars just like Leandro Trossard and other Premier League players ✍️ https://t.co/u9glNjA6i0
Man Utd 'working on deal to appoint former Premier League winner in key role under Dan Ashworth' https://t.co/b9OBPbYvmk https://t.co/b9OBPbYvmk
Manchester United want to bring Jason Wilcox, who is Southampton’s director of football, to the club as they push ahead with a deal for Dan Ashworth as part of their new structure. Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/fFwjsqXqii
🚨 Southampton manager Martin on Jason Wilcox as candidate for Man United director job. “I’ve got a lot of respect for Jason and it’s no surprise someone would be interested in working with him”. “He’s so open and honest. I hope he would have a chat with us first”. https://t.co/4tPvpId95B
Move to potentially hire Jason Wilcox for senior football role at #MUFC is in tune with Sir Dave Brailsford’s belief that making bold appointments quickly will generate momentum across the club - a message he has given internally. Context here ⬇️ https://t.co/qCKgGcWlar
Dan Ashworth to rebuild Man United scouting dept; Brighton’s Sam Jewell favoured to head up new structure https://t.co/xHNngvO9Sh
Manchester United set to make more appointments 'quickly' after Dan Ashworth with agreement close https://t.co/ACNbM02edI
Inside #MUFC pursuit of Dan Ashworth: 🔺 Relationship with Sir Dave Brailsford 🔺 Compensation could be “very high” 🔺 Recruitment hire also on agenda 🔺 Julian Ward talks but appt unlikely 🔺 John Murtough exit on cards Much more ⬇️ @mjcritchley et al https://t.co/qCKgGcWlar
Dan Ashworth to Man United felt destined since he caught Ferguson’s eye Former PE teacher who transformed West Brom, Brighton and Newcastle is at the peak of his powers – it’s no wonder he has been on United’s radar | ✍️ @mhardysport Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/xLESFXpaNq