Wilcox to leave Southampton for Manchester United
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Southampton have confirmed they have "reluctantly agreed" to allow director of football Jason Wilcox to depart and join Manchester United.
Wilcox has long been linked with a role at Old Trafford, since Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos secured a minority takeover at the Manchester club in December 2023.
Southampton will receive a compensation fee.
"Whilst the club is naturally disappointed that Jason’s stay at Southampton has only lasted nine months, it wishes him well for the future," said Southampton in a statement.
"The club will continue to work closely with Russell Martin and his back-room team to ensure they have all the support they require moving forwards."
Manchester United said Wilcox "will work with all technical areas of the football department to achieve the highest standards of performance".
Darren Fletcher will remain at Manchester United as part of the football leadership team working across the men’s first team and academy.
Wilcox will report to the yet-to-be appointed sporting director, who will have overall responsibility for football performance, recruitment and operations.
Dan Ashworth is earmarked for that role, although as yet, no compensation deal has been agreed with Newcastle for his services.
