According to Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United is not urgently seeking to offer Amad Diallo a new deal at Old Trafford, despite his present agreement expiring in June 2025 and the revelation of the winger’s desire to remain with the club.
The Ivory Coast winger transferred to Old Trafford in a substantial £33.5m (€40m, $44.5m) deal that was finalized in January 2021, after receiving acclaim for his performances in the Italian league with Atalanta. Amad, signed by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, made eight appearances for Manchester United for the remainder of that season.
It was only on a season-long loan at Sunderland that the youngster demonstrated his considerable potential, concluding an impressive season on Wearside with 14 goals and four assists from 42 games as the Black Cats reached the play-offs.
Currently, United supporters are beginning to witness signs of that form, as Amad has positioned himself inside Erik ten Hag’s first-team strategy this season.
With one goal and one assist from four Premier League appearances this season, the Manchester Evening News reported earlier this week that United is prepared to extend a new and enhanced deal for the player, whose current agreement is set to expire in June 2025.
Journalist Romano asserts that United is not in a rush to secure the player and maintains a completely calm stance about the matter.
“Supporters of Manchester United have inquired about a significant contractual matter concerning young winger Amad Diallo.” Romano began on Caught Offside. “Currently, my information remains unchanged from what I stated in June – a new agreement will be deliberated at the appropriate time.”
“There is no compulsion.” A strong rapport exists between United and Amad. He is well-regarded at United, and Amad is content with his current playing time.
What has Amad stated of his tenure at Manchester United?
The 22-year-old has participated in six games this season, indicating his significant worth to Ten Hag, who has favored the winger above his high-profile acquisition, Antony.
Consequently, insiders disclosed to TEAMtalk lately that the player is exceedingly content at Old Trafford and is quite receptive to discussions over a contract renewal.
The athlete spoke with the media on their summer tour in the United States and was receptive to discussions over a new contract.
“Indeed, why not?” I am exceedingly content in this location. I believe that my demeanor and positive energy contribute to others’ satisfaction with me. “Why not reside here for the entirety of my life?”
Regarding his objectives for the current season, Amad stated: “I am highly motivated to commence the season, I am extremely excited, and I have faith in the manager.” Although I did not participate extensively last season, I am really motivated for the next season, which promises to be advantageous for all.
The winger disclosed that he had conversed with Ten Hag about his playing time before to the current season.
“Indeed, we engaged in a constructive dialogue,” he said. “He expressed positive sentiments.”
The manager communicates with all individuals; he is amiable. He instills considerable confidence in me; ultimately, I was pleased because I played somewhat more.
Eriksen’s tenure has concluded as Manchester United considers acquiring the Croatian ‘gem.’
A rumor on Thursday asserts that Christian Eriksen will soon contemplate the conclusion of his tenure at Old Trafford, as his contract expiration approaches.
The Danish player was acquired as a free transfer from Brentford in the summer of 2022 and was a consistent presence in the lineup throughout Ten Hag’s inaugural season at United.
Nevertheless, he progressively lost favor last season and has been utilized little thus far this season.
As United shows little urgency to renew the contract set to expire next summer, and the player acknowledges his tenure is likely concluding, Eriksen has still made a significant commitment to the Red Devils while still under contract.
Croatian sensation Martin Baturina is poised to replace him, having recorded five assists in eight games this season for Dinamo Zagreb. Sky Deutschland writer Patrick Berger reports that United has surpassed Real Madrid in the pursuit of his signing.
The Amad statistic surpasses that of Palmer and Alexander-Arnold. Amad has established himself as a fixture in Ten Hag’s lineup for the 2024/25 season, with four starts and two substitute appearances across all competitions.
He has now recorded one goal and one assist in the Premier League, equaling his total from the whole 2023/24 season.
The 22-year-old is presently averaging a direct goal contribution every 131 minutes in the Premier League during the 2024/25 season.
He is generating 3.4 chances per 90 minutes in the Premier League, surpassing Cole Palmer (3.1), Trent Alexander-Arnold (3.1), and Bukayo Saka (2.6).
Excluding players who have participated for less than 90 minutes this season, the United winger is joint-fourth in the Premier League for chances created per 90 minutes in 2024/25.
He was notably remarkable in United’s 3-0 victory against Southampton, when he became the youngest United player to generate six opportunities in a Premier League match since Anthony Martial in February 2016.
The Ivory Coast international averages 0.7 successful dribbles per 90 minutes and leads Manchester United in the 2024/25 season for touches in the opposing box (23), passes into the penalty area (10), and possession regained in the final third (4).
