Ashworth reveals Man Utd’s top ‘collective challenge’ under Ratcliffe; explains call to back Ten Hag

Dan Ashworth insists Manchester United’s new leadership will not rest until the club are once again back among the most successful in Europe.

have been in the shadow of arch-rivals Manchester City for the decade following the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson as manager.

British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe hopes to change their trajectory after purchasing a minority stake in United which gives his Ineos group control over football operations at Old Trafford. Earlier this year, he admitted he desires to knock City and Liverpool “off their perch”.

, who officially took up his new role at the start of this month, says it is not simply good enough that United remain a commercial powerhouse – they must achieve sustained sporting success too.

“This re…