Latest: ‘Smart player’ wants Man United exit as contract uncertainty deepens

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez reportedly does not see his long-term future at Old Trafford and is heading toward a departure. The 28-year-old Argentina international is nearing the end of his contract, though the club holds an option to extend the deal by an additional 12 months. Martinez's stance follows his public criticism of technical director Jason Wilcox and the club's recruitment after a Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Michael Carrick stated that Martinez's controversial comments were handled internally after the player cited frustration. The writer notes that United must decide whether to trigger the one-year extension option to protect Martinez's transfer value and avoid losing him for free next summer.