July 20th 2024.
Manchester United's coach, Erik ten Hag, has high hopes for Amad Diallo as they enter the 2024-25 season. After a rough start at the club and a stint on loan at Rangers and Sunderland, Diallo scored the first goal in United's 2-0 victory over Rangers in a pre-season friendly.
Diallo, who is just 22 years old and hails from Ivory Coast, has only played 21 competitive games for the club since joining from Atalanta three years ago. But Ten Hag believes it is time for him to step up and make his mark on the team.
In an interview with MUTV after the game, Ten Hag acknowledged Diallo's youth but also noted that he is no longer inexperienced. He had a tough season last year with injuries, but Ten Hag believes he had a great season in the Championship before that. Now, he has a chance to break into United's starting lineup after making nine Premier League appearances last season.
"We have to see Amad in a different way," Ten Hag said. "Last season, he had some setbacks with injuries, but now it's his time to shine. He needs to grasp this opportunity with both hands."
Ten Hag was pleased with Diallo's performance in the game against Rangers, especially considering that he was unable to play in their previous match due to travel restrictions. "He played a very good game," Ten Hag said. "We know he has the ability to decide a game with his key moments, and I am very pleased he got the winner."
Diallo's most memorable moment in a United shirt so far was when he scored a dramatic extra-time winner against Liverpool in the FA Cup last season. After that game, Ten Hag expressed his happiness for Diallo and acknowledged the challenges he has faced, including returning from a serious injury and competing for a spot on a talented team.
"He does not always get the time to play he deserves by his training performances," Ten Hag said. "But then he is coming on, then he shows his contribution, scoring a goal. We know he can do it, and we are confident that he will continue to prove himself on the field."
United fans can look forward to seeing more from Diallo this season as he continues to progress and make his mark on the team. With the support and guidance of Ten Hag, Diallo has the potential to become a key player for United in the coming years. Stay tuned for more updates on this rising star and the rest of the Manchester United team.
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