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Official announcement from Manchester United
Dan Ashworth Exits Manchester United Amid Dispute Over Managerial Appointment
Dec 8, 2024, 10:30 AM
Dan Ashworth has left his role as Sporting Director at Manchester United after just five months in the position. The departure was agreed upon during a meeting with CEO Omar Berrada at Old Trafford following Manchester United's Premier League defeat to Nottingham Forest. Sir Jim Ratcliffe was pivotal in the decision, reportedly expressing dissatisfaction with the club's summer transfer strategy despite spending £3 million to secure Ashworth from Newcastle United. Ashworth felt sidelined from major decisions, with Omar Berrada and Sir Dave Brailsford calling the shots. Tensions escalated following the appointment of Ruben Amorim as manager; Ashworth had advocated for a British coach, specifically Gareth Southgate. Manchester United announced the separation as a mutual agreement and thanked Ashworth for his contributions during a transitional period for the club.
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