Barcelona interested in Lisandro Martinez amid Manchester United tensions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 8:38 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Lisandro Martinez's future at Manchester United appears uncertain after his public criticism of the club's recruitment strategy and technical director Jason Wilcox. Following a Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid, Martinez has reportedly expressed frustrations regarding squad depth, prompting unrest within the team. He is set to become a free agent this summer, and Barcelona is monitoring the situation as they consider him a potential addition to their defense. United manager Michael Carrick has attempted to ease tensions and emphasized that the team remains focused and unified despite the internal issues.
- •Martinez questions United's recruitment strategy and demands more squad investment.
- •His contract talks with United have stalled since his World Cup triumph.
- •Barcelona sees Martinez as a viable target alongside other defenders.
- •Martinez has apologized for his public outburst in the dressing room.
- •Manager Carrick insists the squad is united and moving forward.
- 8:38 AMYahoo Sports — Lisandro Martinez exit looms? Barcelona eye shock move for Man Utd defender after Jason Wilcox spat
"Lisandro Martinez could be heading for a surprise Manchester United departure as Barcelona monitor the defender's increasingly fragile situation at Old Trafford. The Argentina international recently sparked controversy by publicly questioning the club's recruitment strategy and the performance of technical director Jason Wilcox.
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