Manchester United could reportedly be convinced to sell Lisandro Martinez amidst suggestions that La Liga giants Real Madrid are interested in his services.
Martinez was signed by Erik ten Hag in the summer of 2022, having previously played under the Dutchman at Ajax.
The World Cup-winning defender cost United around £57million in transfer fees. In his first season at the club, Martinez quickly endeared himself to supporters, who were drawn to his no-nonsense defensive actions and incredible ball-playing ability.
However, he couldn’t build on this the following campaign, as his progress was hampered by consistently occurring injuries that limited him to just 11 Premier League appearances.
This term, the Argentina international has started all but three of United’s top-flight fixtures. Like most of his teammates, he has been unable to perform consistently and was at fault for two of the goals the Red Devils conceded last weekend against Nottingham Forest.
A report covered by The Peoples Person relayed that Madrid are keeping close tabs on Martinez ahead of a potential swoop.
Now, talkSPORT reveal that United would be prepared to sanction the 26-year-old’s exit under the right circumstances.
According to the news outlet, “Manchester United could be tempted to cash-in on defender Lisandro Martinez if Real Madrid step up their interest in the World Cup winner.”
“While Martinez is seen as a fan favourite in the eyes of many United followers and viewed as one of the few success stories from recent transfer windows, talkSPORT understands the Argentine is not considered off limits for any potential buyer.”
Alex Crook explains that only three players are almost certainly untouchable at Old Trafford – Kobbie Mainoo, Amad Diallo and Alejandro Garnacho.
Amid the Red Devils’ financial troubles as a result of the pressures brought about by PSR, United are open to offers for nearly every other star.
Martinez and United are back in action on Thursday when they come up against Viktoria Plzeň in the Europa League.
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