Michael Olise to join Manchester United, with Evan Ferguson adding depth: Dan Ashworth’s dream first four signings at Old Trafford

Dan Ashworth, the football director of Newcastle United, is rumored to be leaving St. James Park and traveling to Manchester United.

The 52-year-old is the front-runner to start as the Red Devils’ sporting director as INEOS looks to overhaul the team’s football department.

United has been under fire recently for their hiring practices, as players like Jadon Sancho, Memphis Depay, and Donny van de Beek have all fallen short of expectations. Entrusted with potentially shifting the discourse regarding hiring, we at FourFourTwo have examined five players Ashworth might consider adding to help stabilize Erik ten Hag’s team’s future performance.

Dan Ashworth’s dream five additions to Manchester United: 1. Michael A. Olise

Michael Olise has long been linked to a move to the Theatre of Dreams, and his performances for Crystal Palace have frequently drawn attention.

The 22-year-old attacking midfielder is one of the Eagles’ best players year in and year out, and he has plenty of potential to improve. He also frequently hits high metrics.

His impact on Roy Hodgson’s team has been limited by injuries this season, but in just 11 games, he has contributed three assists and six goals to a team that is near the bottom of the Premier League standings.

His versatility in midfield—he can play as a number eight or ten—might help Ten Hag solve his current dilemma and offer more protection for Bruno Fernandes’ endless energy and aging Casemiro.

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Forward Evan Ferguson of Brighton has had a breakthrough season at the Amex Stadium, and it seems like a matter of time until the best teams in Europe begin to show interest in him.

The Republic of Ireland international moved from Bohemians to Brighton in 2021 after starting his career in Dublin.

Ferguson, who is still only 19 years old, is one of the Premier League’s most feared forwards thanks to his versatile skill set and commanding 6 feet tall stature.

Rasmus Hojlund joined United in the summer of last year, and because of Anthony Martial’s ongoing injury issues, the Dane has had to take the brunt of the attacking pressure.

Ferguson would be a wise addition, ensuring the attack of the Red Devils for the next ten years or more.

3. Hans Christian Andersen

It may come as a surprise, but Joachim Andersen of Crystal Palace is still among the best in the Premier League when it comes to defense.

A reliable player for both Fulham and Selhurst Park, Andersen’s reading of the game has been compared to Harry Maguire’s, and Ten Hag will appreciate his ability to play out of the back.

Another player who might be headed out of Palace should Roy Hodgson’s tenure end sooner rather than later is the Dane, who wouldn’t break the bank considering United’s current close restrictions with FFP.

4. Bardghji Roony

Since he scored against United in the UEFA Champions League earlier this season, most people in Europe are still familiar with Roony Bardghji.

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The Sweden Under-21 international, who is only eighteen, would directly compete with Antony for space on Ten Hag’s right side of the midfield and could thrive under Ten Hag’s tutelage.

With his one-footed style of play, Bardghji’s ball-carrying ability is another important aspect of his game. He is direct, skillful, and quick. Former Ajax player Antony frequently struggles in this area.

Ashworth is renowned for seeing the next big thing, and Roony’s move to Manchester could be the beginning of an incredible career. Roony appears destined for a move away from Danish team FC Copenhagen.