Arsenal have added Dan Ashworth to a list of possible candidates for their vacant sporting director position following his sudden departure from Manchester United, sources have told ESPN.

Dan Ashworths name has come up with Arsenal because of his good relationship with managing director Richard Garlick and his sudden departure from Manchester United, just five months after being appointed sporting director;

Plus, Chelsea have a new centre-back target and Man Utd Dan Ashworth has been added to Arsenal's sporting director shortlist after his shock Man Utd exit. His departure from Old Trafford could have a massive influence on the January window.