Amad plea over future as Man Utd now have agreement for transfer made

Manchester United should not let Amad Diallo leave even if they bring in Bryan Mbeumo says an ex-player.

Former striker Louis Saha has made a passionate and emphatic plea for the club to keep Amad, insisting that under no circumstances should the Ivorian winger be allowed to leave Old Trafford this summer.

Saha, speaking amid ongoing transfer speculation and United’s pursuit of Brentford’s Mbeumo, singled out Amad—alongside captain Bruno Fernandes—as one of the two players United “simply cannot afford to lose”.

Mbeumo has agree to go to United and now it is down to a deal being sorted between Brentford and the Reds, reported The Mirror.

“Nooo! No! No! If there are one or two players who should not leave, it is him and Bruno Fernandes. He is the kind of player who does not care where he plays. He has said it himself; he will play as a left-back or centre-back—he will just play,” Saha declared, highlighting Amad’s versatility and relentless commitment to the team.

Saha’s comments come at a time when Amad’s future has been the subject of intense interest from top European clubs.

However, United have firmly rejected any suggestion of a sale, turning down a £30 million bid from a major European side and making it clear that Amad is central to their plans moving forward.

The club is instead working to secure the 22-year-old on a new long-term contract, reflecting his rapid rise and importance under manager Ruben Amorim.

Amad’s breakthrough season saw him deliver crucial goals—including a dramatic winner against Liverpool in the FA Cup—and consistently impress with his energy, creativity, and willingness to play in any position for the team.

Saha has repeatedly praised Amad’s “guts,” dedication, and humility, even comparing his mentality to that of Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, and urging United to “build around this guy because he’s that good”.

With United’s summer rebuild in full swing and new signings on the horizon, Saha’s message is clear: Amad Diallo is not just a promising talent, but a player with the mentality and ability to become a cornerstone of United’s future. As Saha put it, “If there are one or two players who should not leave, they’re Amad and Bruno Fernandes”