Lisandro Martinez has apologised for his post-match outburst criticising Manchester United's hierarchy and technical director Jason Wilcox.
Key facts
- •Martinez met with CEO Omar Berrada and head coach Michael Carrick on Thursday to discuss his post-match comments.
- •The defender has reportedly been fined, though specific disciplinary decisions are being kept private between him and the club.
- •Martinez's contract expires in the summer, and United have the option to extend his stay for one additional year.
- •The player had previously attempted to transfer to Atletico Madrid in the summer to join Cristian Romero, but no bid was made.
- •Manchester United is currently looking to sign new centre-backs and left-backs in the next transfer windows.
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has issued a formal apology for his comments made following the team's 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid on Tuesday. The Argentine defender had previously criticised the club's lack of summer investment and singled out technical director Jason Wilcox. Martinez met with club leadership, including CEO Omar Berrada and head coach Michael Carrick, on Thursday to discuss the incident.
Meeting with Club Leadership
Martinez met with the club's hierarchy on Thursday, a session that also included CEO Omar Berrada and head coach Michael Carrick. In a statement released Thursday night, the defender described the conversation as positive and open, noting that everyone at the club is working toward shared ambitions. He acknowledged that his frustration led him to express his feelings at an inappropriate time and place.
Internal Reactions and Consequences
Sky Sports News understands that Martinez decided to apologise publicly, and while disciplinary details remain private, he has reportedly been fined. The club considers the matter closed as they prepare for a match against Leeds on Sunday. Earlier in the week, Martinez had issued a statement clarifying his outburst without apologising, and at least one player reportedly confronted him regarding his comments.
Contract and Transfer Context
Doubts exist regarding the extension of Martinez's contract, which expires in the summer, though United hold a formal option to prolong his stay for a further year. The club is looking to revamp its defence in upcoming transfer windows. Martinez had previously pushed for a move to Atletico Madrid in the summer to join teammate Cristian Romero, but no suitable bid was received.
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