Revealed: Journalist reveals details of Lisandro Martinez’s injury, he is out for the season | OneFootball

Manchester United’s worst fears have been realized as Lisandro Martinez faces a heartbreaking injury setback.

Journalist Gaston Edul has revealed that Martinez has torn his cruciate ligaments.

In a gut-wrenching moment during the 2-0 loss to Crystal Palace, Martinez was stretchered off after a challenge on Ismaila Sarr.

He visibly distraught as soon as he hit the ground.

The pain was all too clear, with the player’s tears signaling the severity of his injury.

Sadly, it’s expected that Martinez will be sidelined for the rest of the season, leaving a massive void in United’s defense.

The usual recovery time for a cruciate injury is up to nine months.

The 27-year-old had been in outstanding form throughout January, showcasing his defensive solidity and attacking prowess.

He notched two crucial goals—one against Liverpool and another against Fulham—and even provided an injury-time assist for Bruno Fernandes in the Europa League clash against Rangers.

Manager Ruben Amorim plays his team in 3-4-2-1 formation and Martinez is an ideal fit for the left centre-back role.

His ability to play line-breaking passes from the back allows his team to seamlessly build up from deep, adding a crucial dimension to their attacking play.

Martinez has taken on a more dynamic role, stepping into midfield when United are in possession to help build pressure on the opposition and control the tempo of the game.

United will not only be without an irreplaceable player on the pitch but also lose a key leader in the dressing room, whose presence and influence have been vital to the team.

Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .