When Amad joined Sunderland on loan at the beginning of the season, it did not look promising for the youngster.
Since arriving at Manchester United, the Ivorian had not made the impact he would have desired. A negative loan spell at Rangers in the last campaign looked like it had ruined Amad's chances of breaking through into the first team.
However, in the North East the winger has blossomed under the leadership of Tony Mowbray. After a rocky start, the 20-year-old has become a key player for the Black Cats.