Sunderland manager Tony Mowbray has admitted that he is mystified by the fact the Championship club managed to sign Manchester United youngster Amad on loan last summer.
The Ivorian, who joined United from Italian outfit Atalanta for £37million a little over two years ago, joined the Black Cats on a season-long loan deal back in August. The winger had spent the second half of last season on loan at Scottish giants Rangers and had struggled to make an impact, meaning it was clear he would benefit from a season-long stint at one club earning frequent opportunities.
Though he was tasked with playing a patient game in his first few weeks on Wearside, Amad has gone from strength-to-strength as the season has developed, becoming one of Mowbray's most important players. He has scored seven goals and grabbed three assists in 27 appearances in all competitions.
