Man United make Lisandro Martinez transfer decision after hitting out at club chiefs

Manchester United are expected to trigger a 12-month extension in Lisandro Martinez's contract to secure a transfer fee next summer, according to a report by the Daily Mail. Martinez is anticipated to leave the club next year after publicly criticizing technical director Jason Wilcox following a 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid. Although Martinez apologized and held clear-the-air talks with manager Michael Carrick and club chiefs, a contract renewal remains unlikely.

The potential departure comes as United plan a broader defensive overhaul, with uncertainty also surrounding defenders Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire. Martinez, who joined United from Ajax in 2022 for £57 million, was recently substituted with an injury during a 1-1 draw against Leeds United.