Newcastle United confirm Paul Mitchell as new sporting director

Newcastle United have appointed Paul Mitchell as their new sporting director following Dan Ashworth’s move to Manchester United.

The Magpies moved quickly to replace Ashworth, who, after extensive negotiations, finally joined Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s senior management team.

Consequently, Newcastle United have been forced to sound out a new sporting director in time for the remainder of the summer transfer window.

Newcastle United appoint Paul Mitchell as sporting director

And Mitchell is their man ...