At Manchester United this summer, Erik ten Hag has an easy Amad transfer decision to make.

This summer will be a watershed moment for Manchester United players, particularly Amad, who will return to Carrington for pre-season after an impressive season on loan at Sunderland. Amad scored 14 goals in 39 appearances, demonstrating his ability and importance in the club’s campaign for the play-offs.

United officials informed the Manchester Evening News in November that Amad just needed a run of 10 games to demonstrate his abilities. Amad acknowledged earlier this season that his ‘desire’ is to play for the Reds, and his performances at the Stadium of Light have piqued the interest of supporters sufficiently for him to be called up to the main squad.

United officials informed the Manchester Evening News in November that Amad just needed ‘a run of 10 games’ to demonstrate his abilities, and Erik ten Hag is claimed to be satisfied with the Ivorian’s progress. Pre-season will provide a new opportunity for players and coaches to meet and discuss future moves. Amad has been excellent for Sunderland, but the issue is whether he can duplicate that form not just in the top flight but also for one of the league’s most demanding fanbases.

Amad has plenty of suitors this summer, with admirers in the Premier League and around Europe. Reports have named newly promoted Burnley, as well as Everton, West Ham, and Fulham. Amad might be loaned out to a top-flight club to get experience against the world’s finest defenders without the burden of trying to make an immediate impact at United.

Another loan option might provide an opportunity for development in one of Europe’s top divisions, but more crucially, it may provide ongoing regular exposure to senior football. For the time being, the focus is on returning to Carrington and enjoying pre-season.