Newcastle United have positioned Sporting Director Dan Ashworth on gardening depart after he determined to step down from his place, the Premier League membership stated on Monday.

The highly-rated 52-year-old has been closely linked with a transfer to Manchester United since British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe’s acquisition of a 25% stake within the Old Trafford membership. British media reported in a while Monday that United have made an official strategy for Ashworth, who joined Newcastle in 2022 from Brighton & Hove Albion the place he was technical director.

“We are naturally disappointed that Dan has chosen to leave, however our exciting journey doesn’t stop and the process to recruit a new sporting director will begin immediately,” Newcastle CEO Darren Eales stated in a press release. “We thank Dan for his efforts at Newcastle United and we wish him and his family well for the future.”

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