Manchester United Defender Lisandro Martinez Suffers Knee Injury in Victory over West Ham

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez is set for a spell on the sidelines after picking up a knee injury during his side’s 3-0 victory over West Ham United at Old Trafford. Martinez, who recently returned from a foot problem, suffered the injury following a collision with West Ham’s Vladimir Coufal.

The incident occurred in the second half when Martinez was attempting to shield the ball out for a goal-kick. Although he initially soldiered on, the Argentine center-back was forced to leave the pitch after an another collision while challenging for a loose ball.

The extent of Martinez’s injury is still uncertain, but there is growing concern within the Manchester United camp. Manager Erik ten Hag expressed his sadness and disappointment, describing the situation as a “personal disaster” for Martinez and a blow for the team. Ten Hag acknowledged that Martinez’s presence on the field brought both skill and spirit to the team.

Speaking to Sky Sports and the BBC after the match, ten Hag emphasized the significance of Martinez’s absence, recalling how the team’s performance dropped when the defender was unavailable last season. The Manchester United manager hopes that the injury is not severe but will await further diagnosis.

This setback comes as a blow to Martinez, who had only recently returned from a long-term foot injury. The 24-year-old defender will now face an extended period on the sidelines, leaving Manchester United with the task of finding suitable replacements in the heart of their defense.

The victory over West Ham United was an otherwise positive result for Manchester United, with goals from Rasmus Hojlund and Alejandro Garnacho securing the three points. However, the injury to Martinez dampened the team’s spirits and raised concerns going forward.