Diallo Rejects Former Man Utd Boss as Two Clubs Emerge as Frontrunners for Talented Red Devils Youngster
Amad Diallo, the talented young winger from Manchester United, has rejected a move to Middlesbrough, leaving Tony Mowbray’s Birmingham and Valerien Ismael’s Watford as the frontrunners for his loan move. Diallo previously worked with Mowbray during a loan spell at Sunderland last season, and Mowbray highly rates the youngster, making Birmingham a strong contender for his signature. However, Watford also tried to secure Diallo’s services last month and are planning an ambitious move for him in the summer.
Diallo has yet to make a breakthrough at Old Trafford, and many clubs were interested in signing him during the transfer window. However, potential suitors were put off by the high wages that Manchester United demanded to be paid. Despite this, Birmingham and Watford are determined to do business with the Red Devils and will negotiate a deal that includes a significant reduction in Diallo’s salary.
The decision of Diallo to reject Middlesbrough was surprising considering the club’s connections to Manchester United. Michael Carrick, the current head coach of Middlesbrough, enjoyed a successful 12-year playing career with the Red Devils. He also coached Diallo during his stint as caretaker boss and spoke highly of the Ivorian winger. Carrick described Diallo as a “terrific footballer” who has shown significant improvement in his performances. He praised Diallo’s technical skills, agility, and ability to create space on the field.
A potential reunion with another Manchester United old boy, Wayne Rooney, at Birmingham is off the table after Rooney was recently sacked by the club. However, Diallo’s impressive loan spell at Sunderland last season has attracted the attention of several clubs, and Birmingham and Watford are eager to secure his services for the upcoming season.
Despite the competition, Birmingham and Watford face the challenge of convincing Manchester United to part ways with Diallo. The Red Devils will likely demand a significant portion of his salary to be covered, which could make the deal expensive for any potential suitors. Nonetheless, Diallo’s talent and potential make him an attractive prospect for both clubs, and they are willing to invest in his development.
As Diallo’s future hangs in the balance, fans of Birmingham and Watford eagerly await news of his potential loan move. If successful, Diallo could have a significant impact on their respective campaigns and continue his development as one of England’s most promising young talents.