“What a player he is”: Alan Shearer says “amazing” Amad Diallo has been the “standout” star under Ruben Amorim | OneFootball

Legendary Premier League striker Alan Shearer has hailed Manchester United’s Amad Diallo as the player who has so far shone the brightest under Ruben Amorim.

This comes after Amad’s heroics in United’s 2-1 comeback win over Manchester City at the Etihad.

The Ivorian was the star of the show, winning the penalty that led to his side’s equaliser before going on to score the winning goal seconds later.

Amad’s exploits against Pep Guardiola’s men ensured that United didn’t suffer their third consecutive Premier League defeat.

After the final whistle, Amorim waxed lyrical about the 22-year-old but warned fans that they should remain calm about his potential and abilities, even as he continues to grow in stature and status within the team.

United legend Gary Neville likened Amad to Wayne Rooney, labelling both as “street footballers” who play without fear or hesitation.

Speaking on The Rest is Football podcast, Shearer also lauded Amad and singled out his progress since Amorim’s appointment as head coach.

Shearer stated, “As soon as soon as Man United got one, I thought, here we go, something daft is going to happen here.”

“And then, I mean, Amad was amazing, wasn’t he?”

“What a player he is, and he’s, without doubt, has been the standout player under the new manager.”

Amad has so far this term made 22 appearances across all competitions. He has registered four goals and six assists in that period.

He is out of contract at the end of the campaign but there is an expectation that he will be offered fresh terms to extend his stay at Old Trafford.

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