The Magpies are struggling to recruit the ideal person to lead their transfer work this summer.
Manager Eddie Howe emphasised the need to make a quick and quality appointment.
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Per The Standard, Ashworth is on gardening leave and still wants to join Manchester United.
Sky Sports claim that Spors is seen by the club as the ideal candidate to replace him.
Newcastle had attempted to secure Dougie Freedman from Crystal Palace, but he signed a new deal with the London club.