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Amad Diallo shares heartbreaking update as Man Utd winger announces tragic loss

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The 22-year-old, who has been making significant strides in his football career, took to social media to share the sad news. He posted a touching photo of himself as a young child, cradled in his 'mother's' arms, with the heartfelt caption, "Rest in peace Mum, may Allah forgive you." <picture><source srcset="https://assets.goal.com/images/v3/blt43407bdedaeda716/88871881-13774421-image-a-37_1724442510044.jpg?format=webp" type="image/webp"><source srcset="https://assets.goal.com/images/v3/blt43407bdedaeda716/88871881-13774421-image-a-37_1724442510044.jpg?format=jpg" type="image/jpeg"><img src="https://assets.goal.com/images/v3/blt43407bdedaeda716/88871881-13774421-image-a-37_1724442510044.jpg?format=jpg" alt="Amad Diallo " data-source="" data-copyright="Amad Diallo Snapchat" data-portal-copyright="Amad Diallo Snapchat" perform:prop="uuid:blt43407bdedaeda716;width:425;height:545"></picture>

WHAT HAPPENED?

However, as the post went viral, Amad later clarified that the post was not about his biological mother but someone very close to him. He wrote a further post on X, which read: "Guys I wanted to clarify. She is not my biological mother, she is my brother's mother and my sister. May she rest in peace."

AMAD PROVIDES CLARIFICATION

Amad remains a crucial part of Erik ten Hag's plans for Manchester United this season. The young <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/amad-diallo-steals-the-show-winners-losers-leny-yoro-man-utd-jadon-sancho-casemiro-red-devils-rangers/blt19a734930f3c0b35" target="_blank">winger had an impressive pre-season</a> and was handed a start during the <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/amad-diallo-promises-step-up-man-utd-season-winger-impressive-pre-season/blt7bde5507fa4e9647" target="_blank">Red Devils' 1-0 win over Fulham</a> in the Premier League opener.

AMAD SHINING FOR MAN UTD

It is uncertain whether Amad will continue with the squad for their upcoming match against Brighton, given the circumstances. The club and its supporters will undoubtedly be rallying around him during this difficult time, as he balances personal grief with his professional responsibilities. Many supporters have already posted their condolences to Amad on social media after his update.

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Manchester United winger Amad Diallo has shared a heartbreaking update on social media.

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