Manchester United winger Amad Diallo is on the verge of making a surprise return to training after recovering from an ankle injury in what has been described as “record time”.
Amad, 22, was initially ruled out for the rest of the season after sustaining a serious ankle injury back in February. Early reports from the club suggested the young winger would not feature again during the 2024/25 campaign. However, in a remarkable twist, updates from inside Old Trafford — along with confirmations from reliable sources like Fabrizio Romano — have revealed that Amad is now expected to return to first-team training as early as next week.
This unexpected recovery is a massive boost for United boss Ruben Amorim, who could now have an extra attacking weapon at his disposal just in time for the critical closing stages of the season.
Amad’s Recovery Stuns United Staff
When the injury news first broke, fears were high that Amad’s season was over. His absence was a huge blow, given the winger’s form and importance to United’s attacking play. With nine goals and eight assists across all competitions, Amad had quietly established himself as one of the Red Devils’ most productive forwards.
But Amad’s recovery speed has surprised even the medical team. According to Romano, the Ivory Coast international has healed significantly quicker than anticipated, leading to his fast-tracked return to training sessions.
While he is expected to rejoin team drills soon, Amorim is likely to ease him back cautiously. Given the physical demands of top-level football and the nature of his injury, it would be risky to rush him straight into competitive action without ensuring full match fitness.
Rúben Amorim confirms: “Amad is near, his return is now close”.
As revealed last night, Amad will be back in training with Man Utd squad next week. pic.twitter.com/qwTAUeVF73
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 25, 2025
Europa League a Priority for Amad’s Return
Speaking after United’s progression to the Europa League semi-finals, Amorim hinted at his tactical thinking moving forward.
“It’s not the best moment or the best season to put some kids to play because they need a strong base to really show what they can do,” the United boss explained. “But in this moment we need to do it.”
While the Premier League campaign appears to be slipping away, Amorim’s focus is firmly on European success. Manchester United will face Athletic Club in the semi-finals, with the first leg set for May 1.
Amad’s availability for that first leg remains unlikely, but hopes are high that he could be fit enough to feature in the return leg seven days later. Should United progress, the final — against either Tottenham Hotspur or Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt — is scheduled for May 21, providing an ideal target for Amad’s full comeback.
His presence would inject much-needed creativity and goal threat into United’s attack at a time when every bit of firepower could prove decisive.
Amad’s Growing Importance to United
Despite his age, Amad has already proven his worth at Manchester United this season. His intelligence on the ball, ability to beat defenders, and eye for goal have made him a crucial part of Amorim’s tactical setup.
With nine goals already under his belt this campaign, Amad is the club’s third-highest goalscorer behind only Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Højlund. His contribution also extends to providing eight assists, underlining his influence in both scoring and creating chances.
United’s attack has sometimes lacked spark and width in Amad’s absence, making his return even more eagerly anticipated among fans and teammates alike.
Managing Expectations
While the excitement around his comeback is understandable, club sources indicate that patience will be key. Amorim is not expected to throw the young star straight into high-intensity matches without gradually rebuilding his match sharpness.
It’s a delicate balance — managing Amad’s workload carefully to avoid setbacks, while also recognizing the enormous boost his talent could provide as United chase silverware on the European front.
The young Ivorian’s attitude throughout his recovery has also been praised behind the scenes, with reports describing his commitment to rehabilitation as “outstanding.”
As Manchester United prepare for a dramatic end to the season, welcoming Amad Diallo back to the squad is not just a morale lift — it could be the difference-maker in their pursuit of a major trophy.
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