The two clubs reached an agreement for the immediate release of the 51-year-old from his contractual obligations at the Amex on Monday, May 30. Speaking to Newcastle’s website, the former director of elite development at the Football Association said: “Newcastle United is an incredible football club and I’m delighted to be joining at this very exciting time. Dan Ashworth has begun his new role as sporting director at Newcastle United after the Premier League approved his move from Brighton & Hove Albion. “It is a huge football club with great potential, and I am incredibly positive about what we can collectively achieve. He has a strong track record in elite level football and we are delighted to have him join Newcastle United ahead of the new season.”Ex-Rangers and Scotland defender David Weir was named Ashworth’s successor at the Amex last week.

Source: Express June 07, 2022 02:18 UTC