Ashworth availability could be interesting for Arsenal

Dan Ashworth's availability could be an interesting twist as Arsenal continue their search for a new sporting director.

Ashworth left his role as Manchester United's sporting director after only five months on Monday, following United's 3-2 loss at home to Nottingham Forest.

The Gunners are currently in the process of filling the same role at their club after the departure of sporting director Edu.

The Arsenal board are looking for a successor with input from manager Mikel Arteta.

Richard Garlick, the Arsenal managing director, worked with Ashworth while both were at West Bromwich Albion and would know how the 53-year-old works and if he would be a good fit for the club.

Arsenal's search is ongoing and assistant sporting director Jason Ayto has stepped up to fill the role left by Edu until the process is complete.