Dan Ashworth leaves Manchester United Sporting Director role after just 5 months

Dan Ashworth unexpectedly left his position as Sporting Director of Manchester United. Sir Jim Ratcliffe played a key role in the decision-making process.

Details. The Athletic reported that the decision for Ashworth's departure was made during a meeting with CEO Omar Berrada after the Premier League match against Nottingham Forest on Saturday evening. Sir Jim Ratcliffe played a key role in this decision.

Sources also say that the club initiated the split. In turn, Manchester United stated that the final agreement to terminate Ashworth’s contract was mutual.

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Reminder. Dan Ashworth officially joined Manchester United on July 1, 2024. Prior to this, the football executive worked at Newcastle United and was the architect of the initial success of the club under the ownership of Saudi Arabian investors.