Erik ten Hag wants sporting director on same page as Man Utd target Dan AshworthBy Carl Markham and Simon Peach, PAManchester United manager Erik ten Hag will not have any input into the appointment of a new sporting director but admits whoever arrives will have to be “on the same page”. The appointment of a sporting director is absolutely key to that and while Ten Hag wants their philosophies to be aligned he will have no sway over who is brought in. “It is one of the most important factors to develop a good team, that you have the right players but also the right characters. “That means you have to do the right work and be aligned and it’s a long process to get the right players in. Dan Ashworth is Manchester United’s preferred target as sporting director (Nick Potts/PA) Photo by Nick Potts“I think it is so specific, especially on the top, and also so intense.

Source: Irish Independent February 15, 2024 19:18 UTC