Newcastle United have landed their 'most important signing of the summer' as many supporters like to put it. Dan Ashworth's arrival is a statement of intent for a club heading in the right direction for once.
Ashworth is admittedly unlikely to impact the players Newcastle bring in this summer, with many targets locked in by Eddie Howe and Steve Nickson after the January window. However, his appointment is a crucial and much-needed long-term appointment - and as the club's official statement put it today, he is the 'ideal man' for a job of this nature.
Newcastle have lacked experienced, knowledgable figures in key positions in recent years. Lee Charnley had numerous, unofficial roles as he kept the plates spinning while Mike Ashley scrimped on boardroom staff during his 14-year tenure.
