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Lisandro Martinez started in the heart of Manchester United’s defence alongside Matthijs de Ligt during the 3-3 UEFA Europa League draw against Porto.
Lisandro Martinez has been a key defensive figure under Erik ten Hag.
The Argentine has played a crucial role in United’s success since his arrival.
When Martinez signed from Ajax in 2022, fans were thrilled with his tenacity, ball-playing ability, and leadership at the back.
His debut season was nothing short of exceptional, quickly becoming a fan favourite due to his aggressive defensive style.
However, Lisandro Martinez has recently seemed to be a shadow of the player of two years ago, raising questions.
His second season was hampered by injuries, limiting his game time and interrupting his rhythm.
Now, in his third season, Martinez looks uncharacteristically shaky.
His recent performance against Porto raised further questions, with the Argentine seemingly struggling to impose himself defensively.
This was on the back of a similarly poor performance against Tottenham Hotspur and a challenge in a game against Crystal Palace where he could easily have been sent off.
Some of the weaknesses seen in his game have sparked debates over whether Martinez is still the right man to lead United’s defence or whether deeper issues are plaguing him.
With Harry Maguire coming off the bench and scoring a stoppage time equaliser, many are asking questions.
Is it time to seriously evaluate Martinez’s form and contributions?
In this article, we explore three key categories that have contributed to Martinez’s struggles.
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