Former assistant of Sir Alex Ferguson says new Manchester United player Amad Diallo has potential to become a legend like the club's former star.

In the highly-anticipated Manchester derby, it was the young Amad Diallo who stole the show, scoring a crucial goal for Manchester United against their fierce rivals Manchester City. The 19-year-old winger's performance drew comparisons to the legendary Ryan Giggs, according to former United assistant Rene Meulensteen.

The game was dubbed the "Diallo Derby" as all eyes were on the promising teenager. United, under new manager Ruben Amorim, were struggling in the Premier League, trailing for most of the match until Diallo's impact in the final minutes. City, who have also been going through a rough patch, had taken the lead through a goal from Josko Gvardiol.

But Diallo's game-changing moment came late in the match, as he won a penalty for United with a burst of pace that left Matheus Nunes with no choice but to bring him down. Captain Bruno Fernandes made no mistake from the spot, equalising for United. And just two minutes later, Diallo's speed and skill were on full display as he took advantage of a long ball, evading the City defense and scoring a stunning winner past Ederson.

The young Ivorian received praise from his manager and teammates, with Meulensteen also joining in. "Amad Diallo could be a long-term star for Ruben Amorim," he told OLBG. "I've been really impressed with him so far, especially in his wing-back role. He's quick, direct, and brave, and has the ability to both score and create goals. I see similarities between him and Ryan Giggs, particularly in their balance when running with the ball."

However, Meulensteen also cautioned that Diallo will need to continue to improve defensively against tougher opponents. He compared him to another United winger, Antony, who he believes lacks the discipline to play in a wing-back role. But Diallo has shown maturity and adaptability in his new position, impressing his manager and earning high praise from his former assistant.

Giggs, who is considered one of the greatest players in United's history, made close to 1,000 appearances for the club and won numerous trophies in his 20-year career. Diallo, who joined United from Atalanta in 2021, has already shown glimpses of his potential, scoring in the club's dramatic FA Cup quarter-final win over Liverpool last season.

However, Amorim has urged caution with Diallo's development, reminding fans and the club not to put too much pressure on the young player. "He can play in different positions and is very humble," said Amorim, who took over from Erik ten Hag last month. "We must be careful not to expect too much too soon from Amad, as sometimes we tend to put young players on a pedestal. Let's stay calm and allow him to continue growing."

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