Lisandro Martinez blames Manchester United board after 2-0 Champions League loss
Lisandro Martinez criticised Manchester United's transfers as the club endures its worst start in 40 years.
Manchester United lost 2-0 to Atlético Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday. The loss extends their winless run to five games.
Defender Lisandro Martinez then publicly criticised the club. Martinez said he expected more from the technical director.
He questioned whether the squad was ready for Champions League football. The club spent $294 million on three midfielders.
These were Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans, and Carlos Baleba. Meanwhile, players like Rasmus Holjund, Casemiro, Jadon Sancho, Tyrell Malacia and Andre Onana were let go.
Manager Michael Carrick is under heavy pressure. Club legend Wayne Rooney backed some of Martinez's points but said the outburst had "gone too far".
Rooney said it could cost the player his place.
- 2-0 to Atlético Madrid
- Loss score
- Five games
- Winless run
- $294 million on three midfielders
- Transfer spending
- Worst start in 40 years
- Domestic record
Why it mattersA senior player publicly attacking club leadership during a crisis creates additional pressure on the manager and deepens the dysfunction.
AustraliaAustralian Premier League fans are watching Manchester United's collapse unfold, with the club facing a potential overhaul.
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