Sporting director Dan Ashworth is being pursued by Manchester United, with a $1.3 billion reshaping of the club's football operations by INEOS' Sir Dave Brailsford and Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Ashworth's wide-ranging role includes overseeing football departments and talent development.

By the Numbers
  • Ashworth oversaw seven departments at Brighton and now has an even wider-ranging role at Newcastle
  • He has operated using a three-pronged ‘traffic-light’ system for transfers
State of Play
  • INEOS' reshaping of Manchester United’s football operations is putting John Murtough's future in doubt
  • Ashworth is thought to be open to the opportunity of playing a part in the new era at Manchester United
Bottom Line

Ashworth's unique skill set and role make him a sought-after figure in football operations, with potential to shape the future of top clubs.