“IF AMORIM WON’T PLAY HIM, I WILL!” – PEP GUARDIOLA LEAVES FANS STUNNED WITH REMARK ABOUT UNITED STAR AFTER SENSATIONAL ARSENAL DISPLAY
Breaking news: Pep Guardiola has once again sparked headlines after publicly praising a Manchester United youngster who came off the bench against Arsenal and completely changed the game. The City boss admitted he couldn’t understand why new United manager Rúben Amorim left the winger out of the starting lineup in such a high-profile clash.
🗣️ “After what I saw in the second half, I still don’t understand why Amorim kept him on the bench. If he doesn’t plan to use him this season, then he should let him come to me,” Guardiola said — a comment already being interpreted as a cheeky transfer hint.
The player at the center of this? Amad Diallo. The Ivorian winger lit up Old Trafford after being introduced in the second half, tearing through Arsenal’s defense with his blistering pace, dribbling, and creativity — a performance that earned him the Man of the Match award.
The shift was immediate: once Amad stepped on, United played with urgency, fluidity, and purpose. His flair and fearless attacking instantly energized both his teammates and the home crowd, who roared his name throughout the closing stages.
Guardiola’s comments, however, have now become the main talking point. While United fans were celebrating Amad’s brilliance, many were equally questioning Amorim’s decision to start him on the sidelines.
Social media erupted:
- “How was Amad not in the starting XI? Pep’s right — Amorim needs to sort this out!” wrote one fan.
- “If Pep coached Amad, he’d be world-class inside half a season,” added another.
Though Guardiola is no stranger to praising talent outside Manchester City, it’s rare for him to go this far — suggesting outright that he’d happily take a rival player. His remarks have fueled speculation that City could be keeping tabs on Amad if his minutes remain limited under Amorim.
For United, this could be a defining moment. Amad proved he’s not just potential, but a genuine game-changer capable of delivering when it matters most. The big question now: will Amorim finally trust him with regular starts, or risk pushing one of United’s brightest prospects toward their city rivals?
What’s certain is this — Guardiola has spoken, the football world has taken notice, and Amad Diallo’s reputation just skyrocket
