Dan Ashworth’s hiring and ultimate departure from Manchester United cost the club £4.1million, according to the club’s latest financial results. United’s figures for the second quarter of the 2024-25 season reveal a total of £14.

The reasons behind Dan Ashworth's departure from Manchester United have been revealed after it was announced his sacking cost £4.1 million.

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Parting way with the Dutchman and his staff had already set the club back £10.4 million ($13.1 million) and Manchester United's second quarter fillings confirmed exceptional costs relating to the exit of "Ten Hag and various members of football staff" are now at £14.5 million ($18.3 million).

Manchester United spent more than £4 million on the hiring and firing of sporting director Dan Ashworth, their latest financial accounts have revealed.