HIGHTLIGHT: Darren Ambrose reacts to Amad Diallo’s ‘brilliant’ second goal for Man Utd against PAOK as winger enters final year of current deal

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Amad missed the majority of last season with a knee injury but still popped up with some memorable moments, notably scoring the winner in an epic FA Cup quarter-final win over bitter rivals Liverpool. The 22-year-old may be heading towards the end of his current deal but has now made it clear he’s eager to stay and fight for his place at Old Trafford.

WHAT AMAD SAID

Amad was asked about his future during Manchester United’s pre-season tour and offered up the following response. He told reporters: “I’m very happy here. I think everyone is happy with me because I smile with everyone, good energy. Why not stay here all my life?

“It was not easy for me to get an injury in pre-season last season. I was out a long time but the most important thing was to come back stronger, to help the team and in the end I was happy with my contribution. I forgot the past and now I’m thinking about the present.

“I am so motivated to start the season, I’m so excited, I believe in the manager. Last season, I know didn’t play a lot but this season is going to be a good season for everyone and I’m so motivated to start the season.”