Manchester United have confirmed the appointment of Dan Ashworth as their new sporting director after reaching an agreement with Newcastle .
The two Premier League clubs issued a joint statement on Monday announcing that Ashworth had been released from his contract at St James' Park.
The 53-year-old was placed on gardening leave by Newcastle earlier this year after expressing a desire to move to Old Trafford.
No compensation details have been disclosed but it is understood Ashworth will be able to begin his new role at Old Trafford with immediate effect.
The statement read: 'Newcastle United and Manchester United have reached an agreement for the immediate release of Dan Ashworth from his contractual obligations at Newcastle United.
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