The end is nigh for Anthony Martial at Manchester United.
03.01.2024 - 08:25 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Amad is now a key player for United and can't be loaned out in January. United's bench looks worrying, and that's where Amad steps in.
Amad has been injured for 147 days this season while playing for United. Now he's back, the winger from Ivory Coast is ready to make the most of a tough situation at Manchester United.
Last season, while on loan at Sunderland, the forward made it clear he wants to play for United, and now his chance seems closer than ever.
Before their amazing comeback against Aston Villa in December, United hadn't scored in four games. That was the first time since 1992.
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During their defeat to Nottingham Forest in late December, it seemed like they were going back to not scoring as the team desperately needed more attacking options on the bench.
In recent weeks, both fans and the manager have noticed a lack of attacking players on the bench, with Ten Hag having to use Scott McTominay and Facundo Pellistri to mix things up.
This shows why United need to keep Amad. The bench is getting thinner and this will continue to affect United's performance. Donny van de Beek has gone on loan to Eintracht Frankfurt, and other players' futures are uncertain.
Right now, United's bench is short of attacking talent. Only Pellistri, Amad, and Hannibal can play in advanced positions off the bench, which should worry United fans.
First-team player Anthony Martial is unwell and has missed several games, while Jadon Sancho isn't part of the team anymore.
Last season, Amad scored 14 goals and made four assists for Sunderland. If he can bring even a bit of that magic to Erik ten Hag's team from the bench,
The end is nigh for Anthony Martial at Manchester United.
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