Sunderland's boss has commented on the speculation regarding Amad Diallo's potential move from Manchester United. Diallo's future at United is uncertain as he has struggled to maintain his form recently.
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Amad Diallo: Sunderland boss addresses speculation over move for Man United star
Amad Dialloâs long-term future at Manchester United is becoming a source of debate.
Arguably, Unitedâs most dangerous player in the first half of this season, it is frustrating that in recent months, the Ivory Coast winger seems to have lost his spark.
He has not been the same player that United allowed to leave for AFCON. Despite returning to play his original right-wing role, Amad cannot seem to affect games as he should; his performances have been that underwhelming.
He is not scoring or assisting, and has not done so in a United shirt since netting against Bournemouth last December.
That tricky situation the 23-year-old finds himself in has given life to suggestions that Ineos cash in on him.
And while the Old Trafford chiefs may opt to be patient with the winger, expecting him to soon snap out of his poor form, a Premier League club is pressuring them to cash in.
The Peoples Person recently relayed a report suggesting view Amad as a dream signing. They are ready to act if United hint at a potential exit for the tricky winger.
Sunderland's boss addressed the speculation but did not confirm any details about a potential move for Amad Diallo.
Amad Diallo's future is uncertain due to his recent struggles to maintain form, despite being a key player earlier in the season.
Amad Diallo has been considered one of Manchester United's most dangerous players in the first half of the season, although he has recently lost his spark.
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Now, as the Black Catsâ links to Amad get a new lease of life, their manager, Regis Le Bris, has spoken of why it would be a pleasure to welcome Amad back to the Stadium of Light.
âHe [Amad] is a good winger,â said Le Bris, via the Northern Echo, while on the presser ahead of the Sunderland versus Man United game.
âI think he is a creative, an excellent footballer, with an ability to threaten the final third. He has everything to be a strong winger, but after that, the competition at Manchester United is high.
âHe probably doesnât play as much as he would like; he would like to play much more. If he wants to play with us, why not? I would be happy. But probably not on Saturday!â
It is plainly obvious Le Bris is trying to sway Amad over a return to Sunderland.
But with ambitions of playing on the grandest of stages, it would be surprising to see Amad quit United for the Premier League newcomers.
Unless forced out, Amad is likely to stay at Manchester United, breaking Sunderland hearts years after that brilliant loan spell, during which he scored 14 goals and assisted three others in 39 games.
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