Sunderland top target left on bench for club in FA Cup as move could be possible and ex-Sunderland youngster makes Liverpool debut

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Amad left on bench for Man Utd in FA Cup as ex-Sunderland youngster makes Liverpool debut

A former Sunderland youngster made an impact in the FA Cup while Amad was left on the bench.

Former Sunderland youngster James McConnell was handed his Liverpool debut by Jurgen Klopp in the FA Cup against Norwich City on Sunday evening.

McConnell joined Liverpool from Sunderland at under-15 level, one of a number of impressive and high-profile

youngsters to depart the Stadium of Light under the ownership of Madrox

following the club’s relegation to League One.

Shortly after turning 17, the 19-year-old midfielder from Morpeth signed a professional contract with the team. In October 2022, he agreed to another long-term contract, which allowed him to stay longer. In the FA Cup match, McConnell made his Liverpool debut against Norwich City and was able to assist Curtis Jones.

The former Sunderland man was brought off in the 79th minute for Luis Diaz as Liverpool ran our 5-2 winners against Championship opposition.

Amad left on bench as Manchester United survive scare

Amad Diallo was left on the bench by Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag as his side survived a scare to win against Newport County in the FA Cup.

The Red Devils were 2-0 up away from home after goals from Bruno Fernandes

and Kobbie Mainoo but were pegged back to 2-2 by the League Two side with

strikes from Bryn Morris and Will Evans levelling the scores.

In the end, Manchester United prevailed 4-2 thanks to goals from Rasmus Højlund and Antony. It’s interesting to note, though, that Amad was benched for the match despite rumors that he was expected to have an opportunity to play under Van Hag because to rumors that he was considering another loan move.