Since mid-November when Amorim took over Manchester United, his team has scored 17 goals in the first 11 games he coached. Among these 17 goals, Amad directly participated in 7, scoring 2 goals and contributing 5 assists. He is the biggest beneficiary during Amorim's tenure, having started 8 times so far.
Towards the end of last season, Amad's form improved, and he displayed excellent performances throughout the preseason, seemingly making Ten Hag finally realize the potential of this young Ivorian player and prepared to give him the opportunities he deserved. However, as Ten Hag's coaching career neared its end, Amad was often excluded from the starting lineup. In contrast, Amorim saw Amad's potential and gave him the playing time he deserved.
Last month, in the Manchester derby, Amad scored the winning goal at the Etihad Stadium, helping Manchester United achieve a long-awaited victory, and his name was thus written into the history of Manchester United. However, Amad's contributions go far beyond this crucial goal. He assisted the first goal for Manchester United in his first game under Amorim, then contributed two assists in the 4-0 victory over Everton, and also scored the second goal against Tottenham, helping the team maintain a three-goal lead.
Since Amorim took over Manchester United, Amad has been directly involved in 41.2% of the team's goals, making him an important member of the squad. Amorim also adjusted the team formation, changing Manchester United's 4-3-3 to 3-4-3, which greatly benefited Amad. Although Amad has recently played as one of the "number 10" players in the front three in four league matches, his performance on the right wing-back position has been particularly outstanding. Four of Amad's seven offensive contributions came from this position.
Wingers are crucial in Amorim's tactical system, as he requires them to provide width on the flanks and play an important role in both offense and defense, making the wing-back position vital for Manchester United. Many Manchester United fans and journalists believe that in this month's transfer window, the club should prioritize signing a left wing-back, as there is currently no suitable left wing-back in the team. However, as proven by Amad's performance under Amorim, he has shown great adaptability in the right wing-back position. Amorim also hinted before the match against Newcastle United that he has considered Amad as a long-term option for this position, saying, "I think Amad is a good choice for the right wing-back position, but we currently need a left-footed player for this role." Amorim stated before the game.
If Amorim indeed plans to use Amad as a right wing-back in the long term, Manchester United must renew his contract as soon as possible. Amad's contract will expire at the end of this season, and Manchester United has not yet reached a renewal agreement with him. However, Manchester United does not have to worry too much, as they can activate a clause to extend his contract by one year, keeping Amad at Old Trafford until 2026. Last month, Amorim said that Manchester United "will find a solution" to extend Amad's contract. However, since this clause has not been activated, Amad has entered the final six months of his contract, meaning he can negotiate with external clubs and sign a pre-contract in the summer window.
Amad, hailed as the new Ronaldo of Manchester United, is currently seeing his market value rise, and stronger clubs may become interested in this former Atalanta player. In recent years, Amad's performance has significantly improved, and his potential is promising. Fortunately, Amad has not hidden his desire to stay at Old Trafford and renew his contract with Manchester United. He enjoys life under Amorim, and his recent outstanding performances have made people understand why he is eager to renew. As Amad's value and importance in Amorim's tactical system continue to rise, Manchester United must reach a renewal agreement with him as soon as possible. This way, Manchester United might complete the most anticipated signing in this month's transfer window.
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