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What impact can Amad Diallo have as an FPL asset at Manchester United?

Teenage sensation Amad Diallo is finally joining up with Manchester United after agreeing a £40million move in the summer.

After spending all season hoping Borussia Dortmund would lower their asking price for Jadon Sancho, Diallo was one of four players brought in by the Red Devils towards the end of the transfer window.

But anyone thinking of Diallo as a panic buy or a runner’s up prize to the England international could be in for a rude awakening.

The 18-year-old winger has been described by some as a “generational talent” and one of the best players in the world at his age.

He made such an impression at Atlanta in the first half of the season that boss Gian Piero Gasperini was eager to keep him for longer, only for Man United to insist on the move.

This would lead you to believe Diallo will feature straight away in the Man United first-team, but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is so far keeping his cards close to his chest.

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“I’ve seen there’s been lots of expectations on Amad and rightly so, an exciting player with fantastic attributes we look forward to developing. It’s important we give him that time to settle in, if it’s in the under-23s or if he looks ready to go into the first team, I don’t know yet.”

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Prodigy

Not much data exists for us to be able to read much into Diallo’s game, having played just under an hour of senior team football in two appearances.

But already in this time, the youngster got himself onto the scoresheet in Atalanta’s 7-1 demolition of Udinese, cutting in from the right to score with his left foot.

Footage shared widely on social media shows Diallo loves to get the ball on the right hand side before dribbling inside and taking on the full-back.

As for his playing style, former teammates at Atalanta have gone as far as to describe him in the same breath as Lionel Messi.

“He plays like Messi. There are defenders in the first team that sometimes cannot stop him. To stop him in training we have to kick him.”

Papu Gomez

In a piece on The Athletic, Wyscout determine Diallo’s key attributes as excellent close control, a low centre of gravity and lightning quick acceleration.

And far from a one-trick-pony, special mention is given to his ability to go on the outside of the full-back and cross the ball well with his right foot.

According to Wyscout figures, Diallo has attempted 9.01 dribbles per 90 minutes, which is a high amount even for a winger.

The wonderkid is also not fouled very often, showing a hidden strength despite his diminutive appearance and a preference for riding tackles.

All of the above persuaded Solskjaer to part with a large amount for a player relatively untested at senior level, watching him personally in the UEFA Youth League where he terrorised Manchester City.

“We have followed Amad for a number of years and having watched him myself, I believe he is one of the most exciting young prospects in the game. Manchester United has a proud history of developing young players and everything is in place to enable Amad to reach his potential here. It will take him time to adapt but his speed, vision and fantastic dribbling ability will stand him in good stead to make the transition. He is a player with all of the raw attributes that are needed to be an important player for Manchester United in the years to come.”

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Prospects

Judging by Ole’s words above, it sounds like Diallo is going to be eased in this season, rather than jumping straight in to the first team set-up.

It may be worth noting another promising winger, Facundo Pellistri (£5.2m), signed in the summer, has yet to feature in the Premier League and has mainly been playing at an Under-23 level.

However, should Diallo impress in training and at the lower levels, the Red Devils’ struggles on the right hand side of their attack may force Solskjaer’s hand in introducing Diallo early.

Mason Greenwood (£7.1m) has struggled to replicate the form he showed last season on the right, and his game suggests he is more suited to a role through the middle.

Greenwood below-par and

Marcus Rashford (£9.6m), Dan James (£6.2m) and Juan Mata (£5.8m) have also been trialled with limited success down United’s right-hand side, with Ole even opting to ditch winger completely in some games and move to a midfield diamond.

But the diamond does not look like it will be a long-term solution, with Solskjaer stating on numerous occasions about how he wants his sides to play with pace and width.

And United hit a purple patch of form with Greenwood in the side last season, allowing him and Rashford to cut inside from wide and Anthony Martial (£8.8m) to play through the middle.

Diallo’s game looks like it suits this system perfectly and he could find himself gaining minutes sooner rather than later and in one of the league’s most potent attacks.

Value

Assuming Diallo comes in around the same value as Pellistri, this puts him in direct competition with a budget enablers such as Tomas Soucek (£5.2m) at West Ham and Raphinha (5.5m) of Leeds.

Without more to go on, it’s difficult to make a case to add Diallo to our teams until we get an idea of how Ole is going to incorporate him.

But should Diallo hit the ground running, he may ironically turn into last season’s Mason Greenwood, the man he is tipped to replace on the right-wing.

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  1. DannyDrinkVodka
    • 4 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    better combo for the double game week:

    A) Vardy and Foden
    B) Antonio and Cancelo

    1. Invincibles
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      A

    2. jomikijiq
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      B

    3. DRACARYS
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Antonio is just back from injury and might take some time to start firing. So A seems better.

    4. Eagleowl
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Vardy and Cancelo 😉

    5. CONNERS
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      B

      Antonio played 90 in the cup so he's clearly 100% fit. Hopefully he'll find his shooting boots in the DGW.

  2. DRACARYS
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Want to make 1 FT for DGW defender.
    Also considering a favorable fixture run for the next few weeks.
    Dallas or Chilwell? Or any other defender within 6.1 mil? Already have ManCity and WHU defenders. TIA

  3. Mr. O'Connell
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Least hyped I've ever been about a DGW cos I know I'm gonna lose half my players

    1. Black Knights
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Yeah it's certainly been downgraded on the excitement scale.

    2. ameisin
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      I was set for a BB with 14DGW players plus Son.

      Shrewsbury have absolutely ruined it for me.

  4. Steve The Spud
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 4 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Do you think Cancelo will start tonight ? Only person in my ML with double city def despite free hitters so both stones and Cancelo staring would be larrrrvely

    1. Rochdale_Cowboy
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Rumours are he, and KDB to be rested. Jesus and sterling up front

      1. Steve The Spud
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        Oh, that would be disappointing

      2. Pat Bonner
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        KDB won't be rested

      3. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        From definite news to rumours? You sure are regressing.

        1. The Train Driver
          • 8 Years
          3 years, 2 months ago

          Don't know why these posters don't get banned...

          1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
            • 7 Years
            3 years, 2 months ago

            Exactly!

      4. The Train Driver
        • 8 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        Only rumors I've seen are the ones you're spreading without any source on several posts.

        1. Rochdale_Cowboy
          • 6 Years
          3 years, 2 months ago

          Well, we'll see in just over 2 hours Mr 'Ban him'

          1. Annie
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 11 Years
            3 years, 2 months ago

            don't bother coming back

      5. Annie
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        wow how accurate....

    2. Flair
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Yes

    3. CONNERS
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Was subbed off early in cup so you'd think so.

    4. Mr. O'Connell
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      I brought him in without use of a free hit. After Peps lavish words of praise, I don't expect we'll see Cancelo start another game until GW33.

    5. Meinhoff
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Yes, was subbed in half time last game. Walker RB and Cancelo LB would be my guess.

  5. vincentwsho
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Planning to do Son to Salah for free this week.

    But is Kane to Vardy worth a -4? Or keep Kane instead?

    1. Steve The Spud
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      I would hold 1 or the other I think

    2. Mr. O'Connell
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Same moves for me. Waiting until closer to the time to decide on the hit.

    3. Invincibles
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Both imo.

  6. Salah(c)
    • 3 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    I have 2ft and 0 itb

    A)wilson+mitchell> brewster +dias/zouma
    B)wilson+burke>brewster+6.3mid
    C)wilson>6.5 or less forward (not bamford)
    D)other

    Would really appreciate help!

    1. Rochdale_Cowboy
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Keep Wilson, fixtures are good, and Howe may get the Newcastle jib

    2. Pat Bonner
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      C Antonio

  7. MoSalad
    • 10 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    So Bruno one YC away from suspension, KDB could lose 2nd fixture if Villa carry on having Covid issues and Salah's 2nd game is 2 days before UTD Cup game and could be rested. So I'm thinking C Cresswell and just be done with it at the moment.

    1. Invincibles
      • 10 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Salah will not be rested.

      1. MoSalad
        • 10 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        Against Burnley it's possible I'd hope not.

  8. WVA
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Getting very nervous about my City triple up now! Need KDB Cancelo Dias to start

    1. Ajax Hamsterdam
      • 9 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Sure they will

    2. Pat Bonner
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Got the same 3. Nothing you can do now but only slight doubt would be cancelo but I expect all will start

  9. Michelle Davin
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Good idea to get Antonia in for the double as a DCL replacement?

    1. Black Knights
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Yeah worth the risk for the price/value.

    2. CONNERS
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      I've done that move. Easy switch to someone else if it doesn't go well.

      Massive upside for the DGW, especially at that price.

    3. NotsoSpursy
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Good call!

  10. CONNERS
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Do you think Justin will keep his place with Pereira returning?

    Would seem very harsh given how well he's been playing.

    1. rnrd
      • 9 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Justin is the future and Leicester will capitalize on him.

      That being said, Pereira has a great market value before injury so if Leicester wants to sell Pereira this summer, they wil have to give him game time to win other's clubs trust over his fitness and to sell him well.

      I'd say Justin will share game time 50/50 with Pereira back until the end of the season

    2. footballfreak
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      hes been playing very good so yes..might even play other side

    3. CONNERS
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Thanks both. Will be starting him in the DGW and hope he plays both games.

    4. rokonto
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      If in doubt get rid

  11. footballfreak
    • 4 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Would you BB this team when leeds game gets called off?

    Martinez Meslier
    Dallas Stones Dier Dias Coufal
    Barnes Salah Fernandes Son Soucek
    Bamford Kane Antonio

    1. CONNERS
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      I would. That looks a very solid squad/bench.

    2. Black Knights
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Martinez mci
      Dallas BRI
      Dier sheff
      Bamford BRI

      Would you BB that? No, probably.

    3. jomikijiq
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      yes

    4. Silecro
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Not sure, a lot of those will have only one game (Martinez,Meslier,Dallas,Dier,Bamford...possibly also Salah, Barnes and Bruno)

      1. Pep bites Kun
        • 7 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        You mean possibly 'managed mins/rest' across the 2 games for Salah, Barnes and Bruno?

  12. Hybrid.power
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Do I just drop Lindelof for the double or hold and hope he plays?

    1. Your Man With The Hair
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      can't see him playing both games. Bailey looked pretty decent. Probably deserves to keep his place.

    2. Fit_to_drop
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Bailly is definitely the preferred choice as his main asset is pace which covers Maguire. Seen as a better partnership by Ole I believe.

  13. The Train Driver
    • 8 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Who wins:

    A. Me without FH: Anguissa, KDB, Dier

    B. Cup opponent with FH: Stones +12

    The rest of the players we have the same, including KDB but I have C, he capped Bruno. Would feel so good to beat a FH team.

    1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Just a KDB goal should see you through. Dier and Anguissa are bonus.

      1. The Train Driver
        • 8 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        Well he has Stones so Dier and him needs to get similar points and I have KDB C yes but he has him too so no double points for me there...

        1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
          • 7 Years
          3 years, 2 months ago

          Oh, so he has KDB too. Didn't read that. Needs to haul then. Or Spurs conceding and Stones keeping a CS with max bonus. It is possible. KDB playing against Brighton.

          1. The Train Driver
            • 8 Years
            3 years, 2 months ago

            Hope still alive 🙂

            1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
              • 7 Years
              3 years, 2 months ago

              I am playing against FHers too. Both in my ML H2H and cup competition. Still in it. Lets see how it goes. All the best!

              1. The Train Driver
                • 8 Years
                3 years, 2 months ago

                You too!

    2. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      If KDB hauls then A

  14. Your Man With The Hair
    • 13 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Son -> KDB leaves me with 10 x DGWers + Kane but he's my only City player

    Would you do either of Bruno / Salah -> Sterling for a hit given better DGW fixtures plus better fixtures thereafter?

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      I wouldn't for Sterling unless he shows some form tonight

  15. Tonyawesome69
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Does Salah and Vardy (-8) outscore Son and Kane in 19? Captaincy undecided and would be either Salah or KDB

    1. jomikijiq
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      I think so. They need roughly 1 more goal to be equal.

  16. DannyDrinkVodka
    • 4 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    I should start Forster over Martinez for DGW19 in the hope that he plays, right?

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      McCarthy started training so probably no

  17. quayle99
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Will McCarthy be playing the double for Southampton?
    I think he had covid but not sure if he'll be back?

    1. NotsoSpursy
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      See above

    2. rnrd
      • 9 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      he's back in training, he should be ok

    3. Studs Up
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      The question is...will SOT have a double?

  18. MagicMessi
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Meslier
    Cancelo. Ogbonna. Cresswell
    Bruno Grealesh Kdb Son
    Kane Watkins Antonio
    0.0 itb 1 FT (Holding Tierney ESR)

    Which you like more ? Kane /Son >>
    A). Werner + Sterling
    B). Cavani + Salah
    C). Bamford + Salah/Sterling
    D). Keep son kane and wait for Villa news

    Really would appreciate any thoughts thx

  19. R.C
    • 6 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Who scores more?

    1. Holding v NEW (H) + 4
    2. Coufal v BUR, WBA (H)

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Coufal

    2. MagicMessi
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Couf

    3. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      2

    4. Camzy
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Holding. I'll take my +4 points all day here and Newcastle are worse at attacking than the other two teams as well.

      1. R.C
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        What about Coufal's attacking threat?

        1. Camzy
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          3 years, 2 months ago

          It's a bonus. But West Ham aren't exactly an amazing outfit. I wouldn't take this hit.

    5. Jambot
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      It’s close enough I’d ask yourself you would want in your team once it’s over. If you would prefer Coufal long term may as well take the hit now if not then not worth it

  20. JP\'s
    • 3 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    A or B?

    A) Vardy, Mount, Mings
    B) Ings, Grealish, Chilwell

    1. MagicMessi
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      B

    2. Ajax Hamsterdam
      • 9 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      A 100%

    3. NotsoSpursy
      • 7 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      A

  21. NotsoSpursy
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Can anyone please let me know if this team is GTG? I have a couple of transfers spare

    McCarthy DGW

    Zouma DGW - Dallas DGW - Holding - Konsa DGW

    Soucek DGW - Mané DGW - Bruno DGW - Salah DGW

    Bamfod DGW - Kane

    Mitchell - Bissouma* - Calvert-Lewin*

    1. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 14 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      If the predicted fixtures for Leeds & Villa leave GW19, you'd have 4 less DGWers.

  22. wulfrunian
    • 7 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Who's your vc?

    1. The Train Driver
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      KDB/Bruno for now but thinking of capping Cresswell, maybe even TC.

  23. MagicMessi
    • 11 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    A) Werner and Sterling (also hv Kdb)
    B) Cavani and Salah
    Which you like more?

    1. The Train Driver
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      B

    2. popey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      B but would prefer Antonio to Cavani

  24. OverTinker
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    After reading this I feel Amad Diallo will be 10.5/11 next season.
    I know he plays but United but this hype is pathetic.

  25. R.C
    • 6 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Any chance Keinan Davis plays both the Villa games? lol

    (Assuming Everton fixture goes ahead)

    1. MagicMessi
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      0.01 %

    2. Camzy
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      No, you should not BB Davis...

    3. OverTinker
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      who knows? May be its their generational talent

    4. popey
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      well it depends on who is infected - If games go ahead and Watkins and Traore not in squad he may squeeze a start out.

      He is Brewster levels though so we are talking 1pt vs 2

  26. FPL ElasticO
    • 9 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Is it worth taking -8 for these transfers?

    Son / KWP / Saiss >>> KDB / Cancelo / 3.8

    1. Meme2011
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      no

  27. El Lobito 10
    • 6 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    When will we know if Leeds double is on or off?

    Wabt to pull trigger on Neto and Dier to Rash and Strujik

    1. El Lobito 10
      • 6 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Anyone?

      1. Guru Mediation
        • 8 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        Every other comment is on this topic. Awaiting confirmation from FA. They said it would be early this week, but still nothing yet

        1. El Lobito 10
          • 6 Years
          3 years, 2 months ago

          Cheers. Didn't see others

  28. mojoindojo
    • 10 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    -8 gets me this BB team. (Transfers in capital). Worth it? Obviously depends on Saints Leeds game.

    Mccarthy JOHNSTONE
    Zouma Dallas Alioski KWP Coufal
    KDB Salah Bruno Maddison SOUCEK
    Bamford Adams FIRMINO

  29. Stormbringer22
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 4 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    Really annoyed. Have no City for DGW19 and cannot easily get KDB. Could get Sterling for -4 or Stones for free. Lowkey hoping City vs Villa gets postponed but I know it won't happen.

  30. Jealous Viper
    • 5 Years
    3 years, 2 months ago

    How has the dude spreading the KDB benched rumors not been banned

    1. Jealous Viper
      • 5 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Worst first comment of all time

    2. Stormbringer22
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Which dude is that?

      1. Jealous Viper
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        There's a user by the name of Rochdale Cowboy or so as well as a few others who have been saying KDB benched with no proof whatsoever

    3. Flair
      • 3 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Let's see if he's correct first 😉

      1. Jealous Viper
        • 5 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        At least he should provide a semi reliable source

    4. Rupert The Horse
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Just so many on here are reliable. Lots of angry people when some folk said they heard Richarlison would be benched and then he was. Plus it’s not like we’re approaching a deadline. It makes no difference.

    5. Studs Up
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Tbf, many said Bruno was gona haul last too lol

      1. Studs Up
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 4 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        night*

    6. Marcin the Pole
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      3 years, 2 months ago

      Who cares? It can't influence anyone's choices now. Just wait for the official team news at 5 and chill.

      1. Rupert The Horse
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        Quite

        1. popey
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 5 Years
          3 years, 2 months ago

          fair enough ban if an hour before deadline, but at this stage why worry?

      2. Tcheco
        • 6 Years
        3 years, 2 months ago

        This. Different case if it was leading up to the GW with a chance to make changes. It doesn't make a difference right now..