Dougie Freedman is on Newcastle's shortlist to replace Dan Ashworth as sporting director but the Magpies could face competition from Man United

Daily Mail— Mail Sport understands is a contender for the key role at St James' Park. Can Arsenal win a trophy for progress? The Gunners have recovered but there's the final hurdle - Listen to the

talkSPORT—Newcastle include Crystal Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman on final shortlist to replace Dan Ashworth. Newcastle have included Dougie Freedman on their final shortlist to replace Dan Ashworth as sporting director, talkSPORT understands. Crystal Palace are aware of Newcastle’s interest in their

Daily Mail—NEWCASTLE NOTEBOOK: Dougie Freedman is leading the race for sporting director role, Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo is tempted by a move north and Japan's National Stadium could host Magpies this summer. Dougie Freedman is a leading contender to become the new sporting director. The club’s training facilities will soon expand into neighbouring Whitley Park. Were Jude Bellingham's Allianz antics out of order? Listen to the

Daily Mail—Dan Ashworth 'set to take Newcastle to arbitration' in bid to force through Man United move and end gardening leave, after Old Trafford club 'rejected £20m compensation wanted by Magpies'. Manchester United are keen to make Ashworth their new sporting director. Ashworth was placed on gardening leave after telling Newcastle he wanted to go. Arne Slot needs to be his own manager. Replacing Jurgen Klopp is an impossible job. Don't try to emulate him -