The Ivory Coast international top scored in the league for Tony Mowbray's men and, when we caught up with the Stadium of Light boss during the season, he revealed his hopes that the relationship between the clubs can continue in the future.
Jonny Evans (in two spells under Roy Keane) and Danny Welbeck have previously had stints on Wearside that can rank among the best loan moves for Reds in the Premier League era. Amad's spell is certainly part of that conversation now as well, as the 20-year-old matured throughout the campaign, and benefited from playing in front of big, passionate crowds.