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AMAD DIALLO has issued a classy message to Manchester United fans amid the club’s ongoing crisis.The Red Devils are toiling in 14TH PLACE in the Premier League table following a nightmare first half of the season.Manchester United are toiling in 14th place in the Premier League tableCredit: PAAmad Diallo has been a shining light in a difficult season for the Red DevilsCredit: REXThe Ivorian took to X to issue a message to fans ahead of the New YearCredit: XNew manager Ruben Amorim has failed to stop the rot, with his troops losing a whopping FIVE matches last month.United ended 2024 with a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Newcastle and were booed after the final whistle.And Diallo – who has been a rare shining light in a torrid season – took to social media to send a message to the frustrated Old Trafford faithful.Along with an image of himself looking dejected, the Ivorian winger wrote on X: “A very difficult year, apologizing is not enough.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWS”But you have supported us and continued to do so throughout all this time. Thank you.”Diallo, who scored a sensational stoppage-time winner in the Manchester Derby, received a slew of positive messages from United fans.One commented: “You’re the only reason we still watch the games.”Another said: “We keep supporting you and the club regardless.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMan Utd ratings vs Newcastle as Joshua Zirkzee is hooked after half an hour and Kobbie Mainoo the only bright sparkKOBBIE MAINOO’S performance was the only silver lining as Manchester United suffered a fourth consecutive defeat.Newcastle struck twice in the opening 19 minutes as they threatened to tally up a cricket score at Old Trafford.Joshua Zirkzee was ruthlessly subbed after half an hour after struggling in a No10 role – but there was no recovering for Ruben Amorim’s side.Here is how SunSport’s Kealan Hughes rated the United display…Andre Onana – 5Little he could do about both goals and was barely tested other than that.Noussair Mazraouri – 4The first two goals came down his side as he failed to close down the crosses that were turned in by Isak and Joelinton.But he was positive in possession and put in a few dangerous crosses.Matthijs de Ligt – 5Did not do much wrong for Newcastle goals but can be criticised for his failure to organise his defensive team-mates.Harry Maguire – 4Lost Isak for the opener as he was caught ball watching.Almost made amends but his diving header cannoned back off the post.Lisandro Martinez – 3A complete mismatch as he attempted to battle Joelinton for a cross the Brazilian turned in.Also lost Isak for the opener and even faced the wrong way as the cross came in.Diogo Dalot – 5Offered some much needed stability on the left flank and produced a good cross for Maguire’s headed chance.Casemiro – 3Dismal throughout. So far off the pace and barely made a pass.Missed a guilt-edge chance to pull one back on the stroke of half-time.Christian Eriksen – 4Similarly inept in protecting his defence as Casemiro, as he was overran time and time again.He did at least put a few passes together and improved after Mainoo came on.Amad Diallo – 4A tricky evening up against the hardworking Anthony Gordon and Lewis Hall so was largely ineffective.Joshua Zirkzee – 2Nothing went his way and the fans quickly got on his back. He was hauled off in the 33rd minute and his substitution was greeted with cheers by the Old Trafford faithful.Rasmus Hojlund – 5Fed off scraps but did not stop running and was a rare bright spark – came very close with a low shot that whistled past the post in the first half.SubsKobbie Mainoo (for Zirkzee) – 6Turned things around after his introduction and made things happen with his accurate passing.Set up Casemiro for a chance the Brazilian should have buried.Leny Yoro (for Martinez, 64mins) – 6Had a good chance from a corner but sent his free header wide.Alejandro Garnacho (for Casemiro, 64mins) – 4Struggled to make an impact as he failed to beat a man.Antony (for De Ligt, 83 mins) – 5Not enough time to influence the match.A third fan wrote: “I love you, Habibi. Don’t post black and white, cause you have been the shining light for us.”While another said: “Don’t worry. No Manchester United fans is angry at you. So enjoy your holiday.”Fury as Sir Jim Ratcliffe cuts ties with charity helping Man Utd legendsAnd one added: “You are only of the only ones who doesn’t need to apologise Amad.”United are a mere seven points above the relegation zone following four defeats in their last five.And Amorim admits his charges are in danger of dropping into the Championship based on their current form.The Portuguese said: “I think that it is a possibility. We have to be clear with our fans.He continued: “It is also my fault. The team is not improving.“It is a little bit lost in this moment and it is a bit embarrassing to be Manchester United coach and lose a lot of games.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I think people are tired of excuses at this club. This club needs a shock.”United will be back in action on Sunday, travelling to Anfield to take on their bitter rivals and league leaders Liverpool.Ruben Amorim admits Manchester United are in danger of being relegatedCredit: GETTY More

MARCUS RASHFORD sent a brief message to Manchester United fans ahead of the New Year.The forward shocked supporters when he admitted he is ready for a new challenge in an unauthorised interview during a surprise visit to his old primary school in November.Marcus Rashford revealed his intention to leave Manchester United late last yearCredit: AlamyThe striker sent a message to the Old Trafford faithful on New Year’s EveCredit: INSTAGRAM@MARCUSRASHFORDRashford, 27, has since been exiled from the United squad under new boss Ruben Amorim, returning only as an unused substitute in the 2-0 loss to Newcastle on Monday.Rashford has remained silent in the immediate aftermath of his bombshell transfer plans.But he took the time to send a message to United fans and his social media followers on New Year’s Eve.Along with a snap of himself sat on a sofa and a framed matchday shirt behind him, he wrote: “Happy New Years. May 2025 bring you all happiness.”READ MORE ON RASHFORDThe England international was inundated with messages of support, with one United fan saying: “Still love you Rash.”Another said: “Manc born and bred.”And another said: “Till the end of the line, Rashbeans.”One remarked: “Happy new year, Rashy. My GOAT.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhy Rashford joining Arsenal is perfect fitBy Martin LiptonMARCUS RASHFORD is at a crossroads.But now the England star has to make the biggest choice he has ever faced – does he care about cash, or about his career?Rashford’s shock admission that he is “ready for a new challenge” after some two decades under the Manchester United umbrella has altered the dynamic around his future.That Rashford might not fit the blueprint of Ruben Amorim – who has now responded to Rashford’s comments – was not exactly a surprise.The Portuguese coach prefers a 3-4-3 formation but appears to have settled on Rasmus Hojlund as his starting central striker and wants two “narrow” inside forwards, with the width coming from the wing-backs.Rashford has always wanted to play through the middle but is often at his best exploiting spaces out wide – and that skillset does not necessarily suit the way Amorim wants to play.Even so, going public with his evident dissatisfaction at being bombed entirely from the squad for the Manchester derby was a major move, even if he vowed there would be “no hard feelings” if he does leave his boyhood club.In truth, Rashford has been leaving United almost from the moment he signed that new £325,000 per week contract in 2023.Something was broken in his connection to the club. His form dropped, his threat dissipated, his issues with the hierarchy deepened.When Erik ten Hag dropped him for hosting a birthday party after a derby defeat, and he later pulled a sickie to miss the FA Cup game with Newport, it felt even then that the writing was on the wall.The facts suggest the love affair has ended. After scoring 30 in all competitions to earn that new deal, he has scored just 15 in the 18 months since it was signed.Amorim’s arrival seems merely to have accelerated what was increasingly inevitable.Now, though, it is up to Rashford to determine what his future will bring.If it is only about the money, then his options might be somewhat limited.It is hard to see a Prem rival coughing up the same £16.9m annual salary – although Rashford’s comments have probably knocked £20m-plus off any transfer fee, even next month.But Real Madrid have their fill of big-money strikers and Barcelona’s budget remains restricted by La Liga financial controls.In Europe, then, that probably leaves PSG – but a move to a one-club league.Or, in the wider world, he could follow the likes of Ivan Toney, Cristiano Ronaldo, Roberto Firmino and Co and head to the Saudi desert.Lucrative, yep. Certainly a different environment – and that may be exactly what Rashford both wants and needs. But the football? Not in a million years.What Rashford needs, above all, is to be able to play for trophies and showcase his talents.There is no better stage than the Premier League – which has far more global eyeballs on it than any other domestic competition.And in that Premier League there is one club crying out for a goalscoring No 9, especially if he can also play down the left channel to balance out the side and widen its threat.Rashford has always been more Longsight than London.Yet Arsenal, and Mikel Arteta, might be the perfect fit.The Gunners’ lack of a proper scorer is one of the major factors many fans feel has hurt their title challenge this year.Gabriel Jesus has never been a natural finisher, while Kai Havertz is still a converted midfielder.And while the link-up between Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka makes their right flank deadly, faith in Gabriel Martinelli on the left is waning.There have not been too many who succeeded at Arsenal after leaving United – although Danny Welbeck was not a flop.Rashford has all the attributes to change that history, if he can reproduce what everybody knows is inside him.And by breaking free, giving himself the chance to start all over, Rashford can make a point to Amorim that will resonate for a very long time.Another chimed in: “MBE.”Several then tried to tug on Rashford’s heartstrings in a bid to convince him to stay at the Theatre of Dreams.Former Man Utd star slams Rashford and says he should move to MLS One commented with a love-heart emoji: “Stay and tear it up in 2025.”Rashy a Red for life.”Another said: “Happy New Year, Rashy. I’m hoping 2025 is another year as a Red.”Their attempts to convince Rashford to stay could fall on deaf ears as SunSport exclusively revealed he’s stepped up his efforts to leave the club.The striker in currently talks with top sports agency Stellar in a bid to land a winter transfer.His brother Dwaine currently acts as his agent but he’s keen to get more bodies working on what will no doubt be an emotional Old Trafford exit. More