When you're fast-tracked into senior football, compared to Lionel Messi by your captain and command a £37million fee all before your 19th birthday it's fair to say you've set the bar high.
And now Amad is beginning to turn promise and potential into consistency and quality as he seeks to achieve his Manchester United aim.
The winger has enjoyed a breakout season on loan in the Championship with Sunderland. He's starred in their run to the play-offs, with the Black Cats facing Luton Town in the semi-finals this weekend. Under the guidance of the experienced Tony Mowbray, Amad has developed as the season has progressed. Early in the campaign he dropped down to the Under-21s as the manager and his coaching staff sought to round off his rough edges.
