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Published: 21:33, 18 Feb 2024Updated: 21:33, 18 Feb 2024
Dan Ashworth has informed Newcastle he wants to leave to become Manchester United's new sporting director.
talkSPORT understands Ashworth has a year's notice clause in his contract so will have to serve gardening leave unless the two clubs can agree a deal.
Ashworth would welcome a move to Man United to become their inaugural sporting directorCredit: GettyNewcastle are looking for a significant compensation payment of well in excess of £10million but Man United are confident of reaching a compromise to enable Ashworth to start work earlier.
He first alerted the Newcastle hierarchy and manager Eddie Howe of Man United's interest last week.
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