Amad can give Erik ten Hag what he's been looking for at Manchester United next season

Amad has revealed on Instagram that he is eagerly "waiting for the new season" and he'll be desperate to prove he can shine on the Premier League stage just as he did in the Championship with Sunderland.

After a disappointing loan move to Rangers in 2022, the United winger proved he is ready to make the step up to the Premier League while on loan at the Black Cats.

The Ivorian starlet scored 14 and assisted three as he propelled the Wearsiders to a place in the Championship play-offs, where they were beaten by the eventual promotion-winners Luton Town.

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Sunderland boss Tony Mowbray constantly praised the 20-year-old winger, labelling him one of the best young players he had ever worked with.

Earlier in the season, he said: “He’s an amazing footballer. The game is so easy for him, individually, he is superb.”

It has been reported that Amad will be sent out on loan again next season, though Erik ten Hag clearly likes what he sees and is open to him remaining with the senior squad at Old Trafford. Feyenoord are just one of the clubs who have been linked with a temporary move for the youngster.

Amad has made just nine first-team appearances for United since signing, scoring just one goal, but he should be given his chance next season.

Alejandro Garnacho is proof that young players can be trusted to thrive at Old Trafford when offered guidance from a coach like Ten Hag.

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