Martinez Blames Man Utd Hierarchy After Atletico Defeat
Lisandro Martinez criticizes Manchester United's board for failing to strengthen the squad after Champions League qualification, following a 2-0 loss to Atletico Madrid.
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has publicly criticized the club's hierarchy for not investing sufficiently in the squad after United qualified for the Champions League. His comments came after Tuesday's 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid, which extended United's winless run to five matches.
United's last victory was against Sabah FK on 10 September, with their only other win this season coming against Ipswich at Old Trafford, where they had to come from behind. The team finished third in the Premier League last season to secure a Champions League return after a three-year absence.
Martinez expressed frustration at the lack of reinforcements, saying he expected more from the top and specifically from technical director Jason Wilcox. He acknowledged that players must also do more but stressed the importance of building a strong squad to handle high-profile nights like the Atletico match.
The defender also pushed back against blaming the coach or players alone, urging a broader look at other areas of the club. Atletico Madrid, he noted, have an impressive team and deserved their win.
The defeat and Martinez's remarks have intensified scrutiny on United's transfer strategy and overall direction. Supporters have taken to social media to express concerns, with some agreeing with Martinez that the squad lacks depth, while others question whether the players are performing to their potential.
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