Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Latest updates and gossip from Old Trafford

DAN ASHWORTH will reportedly be unable to become Manchester United's new director of football until 2026 unless Newcastle receive more than £20million in compensation.

The 52-year-old has told Toon that he wants to leave the club due to interest from the Red Devils, according to reports.

Meanwhile, Man Utd suffered a huge injury blow when Luke Shaw limped off against Luton on Sunday afternoon.

Elsewhere, David de Gea is focusing on staying in Spain to play in LaLiga and end his football exile, SunSport can exclusively reveal.

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