Man United Close in on Dan Ashworth Replacement

Manchester United Closing in on Mikel Gonzalez as New Sporting Director

Manchester United are reportedly interested in appointing Mikel Gonzalez, Athletic Bilbao’s sporting director, as the replacement for Dan Ashworth.

The Red Devils have been searching for a new sporting director since Ashworth’s departure after just five months on the job.

Gonzalez, a native of Bilbao, has caught the attention of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS due to his impressive track record at Athletic Bilbao.

Despite operating under the unique constraints of Athletic’s recruitment policy, which only allows the signing of players born in the Basque Country or developed at a Basque club, Gonzalez has excelled in his role.

As sporting director at Athletic Bilbao, Gonzalez oversees all football programs, including squad planning, loan deals, and young player development.

He has played a pivotal role in shaping the club’s sporting strategy, and his expertise has not gone unnoticed.

Manchester United’s interest in Gonzalez is part of a broader effort to revamp their recruitment strategy under the new ownership of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS.

With Gonzalez’s experience and success at Athletic Bilbao, he appears to be an ideal candidate to lead the Red Devils’ sporting department.