Man United's Amad Diallo scores cheeky panenka penalty, fans draw Sancho comparison

Manchester United had a far from satisfactory transfer window but made a flurry of signings on deadline day including likes of Alex Telles and Edinson Cavani. Along with two South American superstars, Red Devils cast an eye on future by splashing cash on two 18-year-old wingers in Facundo Pellistri and Amad Diallo, with latter set to move to Old Trafford in January. While Man United couldn't lay hands on chief target Jadon Sancho, fans are hopeful that new signings including Amad Diallo can make a mark in Premier League. 

Also Read: Cavani Jersey Number At Man United Revealed, Could Mean End Of Future Jadon Sancho Transfer Pursuit

Man United fans excited to see Amad Diallo in action after youngster replicates Jadon Sancho penalty 

Amad Diallo has regarded as one of biggest talents of his and Man United fans are hopeful that Atalanta youngster can fulfil his potential at Old Trafford. 18-year-old features predominantly on right-wing, which has been a problem area for Red Devils over past few seasons. While many believed that Diallo's signing was a 'panic buy', Red Devils had been monitoring Atalanta wonderkid for over a year. Man United fans have been closely monitoring how Amad Diallo has been turning for Italian outfit, and his skills were on display when he scored a cheeky penalty in a video that has gone viral on social media. 

Also Read: Man United Legend Wayne Rooney Could Become Derby Manr As Cocu Future In Doubt

In video, Amad Diallo scored a cheeky panenka penalty, completely confounding goalkeeper. panenka penalty is a popular spot-kick technique in recent times, with likes of Jadon Sancho and Sergio Ramos also using technique with ease.  Man United fans were quick to draw comparisons between 18-year-old youngster and Dortmund star and hoped that Atalanta youngster can replicate heights similar to that of England international at Old Trafford. 

Also Read: Amad Diallo Transfer: Man United Hierarchy ‘convinced’ Atalanta Youngster Is One Of Best Young Players In World

Amad Diallo will officially complete a move to Man United in January, with Atalanta receiving £35million from deadline day sale. Reports suggest that Man United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer personally called 18-year-old to convince him to make a switch, and big things are expected of youngster. Diallo will compete with likes of fellow new signing Facundo Pellistri, Mason Greenwood, Marcus Rashford and Daniel James for a place on flanks.

Also Read: Dortmund Will T Allow Jadon Sancho Transfer In January Despite A £108 Million Bid From Man United

(Im Courtesy: Amad Diallo, Dortmund Instagram)