Lisandro Martinez of Manchester United is facing a concerning injury after suffering a knee problem during a recent match. The Argentine defender was forced off the pitch in visible pain and speculation is building about the potential impact on his season.
Here are all the details on how Martinez got injured and when will he return.
What happened to Lisandro Martinez?
Lisandro Martinez’s injury during Manchester United’s 2-0 loss to Crystal Palace has left fans and teammates concerned about the extent of the damage. The Argentine defender suffered what is being described as a “serious” left knee injury after a collision with Palace’s Ismaila Sarr in the 76th minute. Martinez was seen writhing in pain and received immediate treatment. He was then stretchered off the pitch in tears, with his teammates visibly distressed by the sight.
According to Manchester Evening News dressing room sources, Martinez’s injury could keep him sidelined for the remainder of the campaign. Manchester United is expected to release a more detailed diagnosis after further evaluations.
When will Lisandro Martinez to play for Manchester United?
The extent of Lisandro Martinez’s injury is not yet known. It remains unclear when Martinez will return to action.
United’s manager, Ruben Amorim, spoke about the impact Martinez has on the team. He said, “Licha is really important for us. Not just as a football player, but as a character, especially in this hard moment. Now it’s time to help Licha. I think it’s a bad situation.” Amorim described the situation as serious and mentioned that they are awaiting a full assessment from the doctor.
Martinez’s injury is particularly worrying given his history of setbacks since joining Manchester United in 2022. Last season, he struggled with a series of injuries, including a foot issue that required corrective surgery. He also missed time with a medial collateral ligament injury and a calf problem.
