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High-Profile Recruitment Battle
In a surprising twist of football executive moves, Newcastle United’s attempt to secure Tiago Pinto as their new sporting director was intercepted by Bournemouth. Pinto, who recently ended his tenure with Roma, was a sought-after figure in the Premier League’s backstage manoeuvres.
Work Permit Granted, Deal Sealed
After his successful work-permit hearing, which came to light on 23rd May, Pinto was promptly appointed as the president of football operations at Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium. His new role was officially announced the following day, marking the end of a significant transition period for the 36-year-old football executive.
Newcastle’s Search Continues
Despite engaging in discussions with Pinto, Newcastle was unable to lure him to St James’ Park, largely due to Pinto’s reservations about the scope of the role and his autonomy within the club. The Magpies are still on the hunt for Dan Ashworth’s replacement, having recently parted ways with the executive who is now on gardening leave following his agreement with Manchester United.
From Roma to Bournemouth
Pinto, who steps into the shoes left by Richard Hughes at Bournemouth, brings a wealth of experience from his stints at top-tier clubs like Roma and Benfica. Notably, during his three-year spell in Rome, he collaborated with the esteemed Jose Mourinho, contributing to the club’s Europa Conference League victory in 2022.
Compensation Standoff
The ongoing negotiations surrounding Ashworth’s compensation fee have hit a stalemate, with Manchester United proposing a £3million settlement, while Newcastle insists on a sum of up to £15million plus additional payments. The disagreement over the financial terms continues to delay the closure of this high-profile administrative transition.
Industry Experts Weigh In
Keith Wyness, former Everton CEO, has openly criticized the handling of the situation by Manchester United, suggesting that the deal should have been finalized much earlier. His comments reflect the complexities and challenges faced by clubs in securing their top executive targets.
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