Amad Diallo has bid farewell to Sunderland after his loan spell concluded with a heartbreaking play-off defeat against Luton Town.
The talented Ivorian winger, who joined Sunderland from Manchester United on deadline day last summer, made a significant impact throughout the season, earning the admiration of the Stadium of Light faithful.
With an impressive tally of 14 goals and three assists in the league, Amad was rightfully awarded Sunderland’s Young Player of the Year.
Despite their remarkable run, Tony Mowbray’s side fell short of promotion to the Premier League, suffering a 3-2 aggregate loss to Luton in the play-off semi-final.
In the aftermath of the game, Amad took to social media to confirm that he will be returning to Old Trafford for the upcoming season.
While some Sunderland fans held onto hope that Amad’s stay would be extended, he clarified that his time at the club has come to an end.
Responding to a farewell message from a Sunderland fan page on Instagram, Amad expressed his gratitude and well wishes, stating that he had cherished every moment at Sunderland and would continue supporting the team.
Shortly thereafter, Amad shared his own post, expressing pride in his teammates and their collective efforts throughout the season.
He thanked the fans for their love and signed off with a heartfelt message, emphasizing his attachment to the club.
For Manchester United supporters who closely followed Amad’s development at Sunderland, there is genuine excitement about his potential in a Red Devils jersey.
The 20-year-old’s time at Sunderland has provided a glimpse of his talent, and fans eagerly anticipate his contributions to the team moving forward.