Sun Dec 08 22:28:18 UTC 2024: ## Manchester United’s Sporting Director Dan Ashworth Resigns After Less Than Six Months

**Manchester, England –** Manchester United announced the departure of their sporting director, Dan Ashworth, on Sunday, just under six months after he joined the club. The departure comes by mutual agreement, following a disappointing 2-3 loss to Nottingham Forest on Saturday, leaving the team 13th in the Premier League table, eight points from the top four.

Ashworth, a highly respected figure in football, was one of three key appointments made by minority owner Jim Ratcliffe following his $1.3 billion investment in the club in February. His arrival, alongside chief executive Omar Berrada and technical director Jason Wilcox, was seen as crucial to Ratcliffe’s ambitious plan to revitalize the club. However, on-field performance has fallen short of expectations, leading to the dismissal of manager Erik ten Hag in October and the appointment of Ruben Amorim from Sporting Lisbon.

Despite significant summer transfer spending exceeding $200 million, the new signings haven’t yet delivered the desired impact. The club acknowledged Ashworth’s contributions during a “transitional period” but has yet to name a replacement. This latest setback adds to a challenging season for Manchester United, who haven’t won the Premier League title since 2013. Ratcliffe, a lifelong fan, aims to return the club to the top of English and European football, but the current situation suggests a difficult road ahead.

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