"However, Amorim has been dealt a huge blow as he is unlikely to be able to call upon the pair during a crucial period of the season. This is because Cameroon and Ivory Coast have successfully qualified for AFCON which means Mbeumo and Amad - if selected - will be away at the tournament for potentially up to a month between December and January."
"AFCON this year is being held in Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026. Man Utd will have an FA Cup third round tie as well as Premier League fixtures against Aston Villa, Newcastle, Wolves, Leeds, Burnley and Manchester City during this period. The earliest Mbeumo and/or Amad could return - if called up by their respective nations - is December 31, 2025 as that is when the group stage concludes and the best third-placed teams are decided."
Amorim faces potential unavailability of Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo during a crucial part of the season because Cameroon and Ivory Coast qualified for AFCON. Mbeumo and Amad could be away for up to a month between December and January if selected for their national teams. The coach noted squad players performing well in training will get opportunities and that replacements understand the team’s playing style, limiting disruption to momentum. AFCON runs in Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026, with the earliest possible return for called-up players on December 31, 2025. Cameroon and Ivory Coast share a group with Gabon and Mozambique, meaning Mbeumo and Amad could face each other on December 28, 2025. Liverpool and Manchester City could also be impacted by potential AFCON call-ups.
Read at www.standard.co.uk
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