Axed Manchester United chief Dan Ashworth ‘is added to Arsenal’s list to be their new sporting director’ after Sir Jim Ratcliffe gave him the boot

Arsenal are reportedly considering a move for Dan Ashworth following his shock departure from Manchester United.

Ashworth’s five-month stay at Old Trafford came to an end on Sunday after a series of disagreements with senior figures led to him being sacked by Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

But he could be ready for a new high-profile job, with Arsenal now eyeing him as a contender to become their new sporting director, the newspaper said. ESPN.

Ashworth has been added to Arsenal’s shortlist, with director Richard Garlick handling the appointment process.

Ashworth and Garlick previously worked together at West Bromwich Albion before the former left to join the FA.

The Gunners are currently looking for a replacement for Edu after the Brazilian announced his intention to leave the club last month.

Edu, who was part of Arsenal’s ‘Invincibles’ team as a player, rejoined the club in 2019 and worked closely with Mikel Arteta to turn the club into title contenders again.

But he is now expected to take charge of Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis’ multi-club project, which would see him oversee affairs at Forest, Olympiacos and Rio Ave.

Edu’s departure was unexpected and Arsenal are now looking for his successor, with Ashworth in the mix despite his ill-fated spell at United.

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