Manchester United is prepared to offer Amad Diallo a new long-term contract, and TEAMtalk has verified the winger’s position over the new agreement. Additionally, the club’s contingency plan in the event that an extension is not finalised has been disclosed.
Amad, 22, was acquired from Atalanta at the commencement of 2021 for a total fee of €40 million, including of add-ons. Manchester United supporters have had to exhibit patience; but, currently, they are starting to witness the results of the club’s efforts.
The left-footed right winger commenced the final three Premier League matches last season and has been selected to start four of five matches this season, including the Community Shield.
Amad is excluding the £85 million acquisition Antony from the starting eleven. Marcus Rashford continues to be the primary choice for the left wing, while Amad surpasses Alejandro Garnacho in the selection process.
As per a recent report from the Manchester Evening News, Manchester United is prepared to reward the winger for his advancement.
The report indicates that United is anticipated to extend Amad a new long-term deal in the forthcoming months.
Amad’s current contract concludes at the end of the 2024/25 season; however, Manchester United possesses a club option for an additional year.
Amad will be permitted to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with foreign teams starting January 1 if a new contract is not finalised.
Consequently, to avert such situation, the MEN determined that Manchester United ‘will activate the extension’ prior to the year’s end if a new agreement with Amad has not been reached by that time.
Amad’s position towards re-signing with Manchester United
During the pre-season, Amad unequivocally expressed his satisfaction with his current circumstances at Old Trafford.
“I am quite content here; I believe everyone is pleased with me due to my amicable demeanour and positive energy,” Amad stated (as reported by the Athletic). “Why not reside here for the entirety of my life?”
“The previous season was initially challenging for me; I was sidelined for an extended period. The paramount objective was to return with greater strength and assist the team.” Ultimately, I was satisfied with my participation. I have disregarded the past and am now contemplating the present.
I am really motivated to begin the season; I am filled with excitement and have confidence in the boss. Although I did not participate extensively last season, I anticipate that this season will be favourable for everybody.
The winger disclosed that he had conversed with Erik ten Hag about his playing time before to the current season.
“Indeed, our discussion was constructive,” Amad added. “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.
TEAMtalk can reveal that Amad wishes to remain at Manchester United beyond the term of his current contract.
Moreover, it has been indicated that had the option to depart from Manchester United presented itself during the summer, Amad would have declined all offers.
The cornerstone of Amad’s romantic involvement with Manchester United is his robust rapport and esteem for Ten Hag.
The sentiment is reciprocal, as Ten Hag and other prominent individuals at the club regard Amad as a ‘great talent.’
Antony criticised / De Ligt apprehension / Rabiot acquired
In other news, Antony, the man Amad has effectively supplanted, has faced severe criticism from former custodian Paul Robinson.
Robinson identified Antony’s three most significant shortcomings, advising Newcastle, who are reportedly interested in acquiring Antony in 2025, to avoid pursuing him.
Bayern Munich executive Max Eberl has disclosed the two reasons for his approval of Matthijs De Ligt’s transfer to Manchester United. The second explanation may be exclusively to Ten Hag.
The Red Devils’ slim prospects of acquiring Adrien Rabiot as a free agent have concluded, as the 29-year-old has reached an agreement with Marseille.
Manchester United considered acquiring Rabiot but reportedly hesitated due to his financial demands, a recurring issue.
Chronology: The Transition of Amad from Questionable Acquisition to Consistent Starter
In January 2021, Amad finalises his transfer to United, who disburse an initial £19 million to Atalanta, with an additional £18 million contingent upon prospective add-ons for the 18-year-old player.
February 2021 – Following a commendable performance in the Under-21s, he debuted for the senior United team in a 4-0 victory against Real Sociedad in the Europa League.
In March 2021, the winger executed an impressive header to get his debut goal for United during a Europa League last-16 first-leg match against AC Milan at Old Trafford.
In May 2021, he made his Premier League debut, providing an assist in a 2-1 defeat to Leicester City.
In January 2022, following a solitary first-team appearance during the initial half of the 2021/22 season, Amad transfers to Rangers on a six-month loan agreement.
August 2022 – He transfers to Sunderland on a season-long loan and subsequently receives the Young Player of the Year title after scoring 14 goals and providing four assists in 42 appearances during the 2022/23 season.
In March 2024, the Ivory Coast international substitutes in to net a decisive injury-time goal, securing United’s remarkable 4-3 triumph against Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-final.
In May 2024, Amad scored his debut Premier League goal, contributing to United’s 3-2 victory against Newcastle, and subsequently secures his first trophy with the club by winning the FA Cup.
In August 2024, the 22-year-old commences in United’s initial three matches of the 2024/25 season and secures the club’s Player of the Month accolade.
