Man United's new sporting director is ahead of the club's top priority

The saga around Dan Ashworth's transfer from Newcastle to Manchester United is over, and now the new sporting director of the Red Devils has started active work.

However, not only transfers will be the specialist's area of responsibility, but contract renewals too. And on this, according to HITC, he has already started working. It is reported that the main target in this area will be midfielder Kobbie Mainoo.

Earlier it was reported that the young talent, who broke sharply into Manchester United's main squad last season, has so far decided to postpone negotiations on a new contract due to his participation at the European Championships, where he showed his best side.

Mainoo's decision could have been influenced by the future of Erik ten Hag, whom he respects very much. But, the Dutchman remained at the helm of the team.