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Man United stars take sides after Lisandro Martinez launches extraordinary attack on Jason Wilcox

Lisandro Martinez's public criticism of Manchester United chief and Jason Wilcox has seen the squad pick their side as tensions rise.

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
Man United stars take sides after Lisandro Martinez launches extraordinary attack on Jason Wilcox
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester United players reportedly share Lisandro Martinez's frustrations with the board and sporting director Jason Wilcox.
  • Martinez publicly criticized the club hierarchy for failing to properly back manager Michael Carrick in the transfer window.
  • The defender's outburst followed a 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid, which extended United's winless run to five games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United players reportedly support Lisandro Martinez following his public criticism of sporting director Jason Wilcox and the club's board. Martinez spoke out after a 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid extended United's winless run to five matches, expressing frustration over the hierarchy's failure to adequately back manager Michael Carrick during the summer transfer window.

According to talkSPORT journalist Alex Crook, Martinez is not alone in his frustration, with senior stars questioning a perceived lack of ambition after only three midfielders were signed. While Bruno Fernandes has also shown visible on-pitch frustration, Carrick publicly played down Martinez's remarks as raw post-match emotions.

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