Ruben Amorim was dismissed as Manchester United manager last week, sparking an emotional response from winger Amad, who is currently representing Ivory Coast at the Africa Cup of Nations. The 22-year-old described Amorim as a father figure and expressed his disappointment at the Portuguese's departure.
Amad revealed he sent a heartfelt message to Amorim thanking him for the opportunities and guidance. 'I was very sad. I even sent him a message to thank him for everything he did for me - in my life and especially in my career,' Amad said. 'We had a very good relationship, almost like a father-and-son relationship.'
The Ivory Coast international is now focused on his country's quarter-final against Egypt on Saturday. If Ivory Coast lose, Amad could return in time for the Manchester derby next weekend. However, a win would keep him away from United's Premier League clash with Manchester City.
United have also received positive news with Bryan Mbeumo available after Cameroon's exit, but Noussair Mazraoui remains absent with Morocco in the semi-finals.
