Ashworth's first message to United supporters

Sporting director Dan Ashworth has written a column for the 2024/25 Manchester United yearbook, addressing fans for the first time and outlining his exciting vision for the club.

Here, you can read Ashworth's notes in full…

“This is one of my first opportunities to address Manchester United fans since joining the club as sporting director on 1 July, so I want to start by saying how delighted I am to be here.

“Although I grew up in Norfolk, I’ve always had a strong attachment with Manchester because my mum and dad were born in Middleton and my grandparents lived their whole lives there.

“When I visited as a boy, my dad would take me to games across Greater Manchester and I remember the thrill of…