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Ruben Amorim has just received a massive blow to his squad selection in the form of Lisandro Martinez and his recent injury scare.
The Argentine defender was stretchered off in the 82nd minute of Manchester United’s loss to Crystal Palace last weekend.
Initially looking like an issue with his knee, the centre-back was seen crying as he was supported off the pitch by the medical team.
Speaking after the game, Amorim commented: “Licha is really important for us.”
He continued: “Not just as a football player but as a character, especially in this hard moment. Now it’s time to help Licha like he’s doing for so long.
“I think it’s a bad situation. Let’s wait to assess things with the doctor but I think it’s a serious situation.”
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It has now been confirmed by the club on X that Lisandro Martinez will be out for remaining of the season after injury to his cruciate ligament.
Which only comes as a huge loss to United, who are currently struggling for performances and results.
We can confirm that @LisandrMartinez suffered an injury to his cruciate ligament in Sunday’s game against Crystal Palace.
Wishing you a speedy recovery, Licha #MUFC
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 6, 2025
It was initially reported by Argentine reporter Gaston Edul that Martinez would be out for rest of the season.
But having received official club confirmation, fans will undoubtedly fear the worst as to how United will look without the ‘Butcher.’
Martinez’ ability to play comfortably out the back was a huge tool for United in initiating attacks.
The Red Devils don’t necessarily have a like-for-like replacement, either.
Luke Shaw may well fill in at left centre-back, once the Englishman comes back to full fitness.
However, no other player can currently fill Martinez’s void.
Huge loss for the Reds.
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