
Lisandro Martinez Suffers Season-Ending Cruciate Ligament Injury
Manchester United have confirmed that Lisandro Martinez has sustained a cruciate ligament injury, likely ruling him out for the remainder of the season.
π¨ Injury Details:
- π Injured: During United's 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.
- 𦡠Incident: Left knee buckled late in the match, carried off on a stretcher.
- π Club Statement: “Assessment of the injury is ongoing to determine the appropriate course of treatment and rehabilitation timeframe.”
π¬ Manager Ruben Amorim’s Reaction:
“Licha is really important for us, not just as a football player but for his character, especially in this hard moment.”
β οΈ Defensive Crisis for United:
- Luke Shaw: Out for almost a year with ongoing fitness issues.
- Patrick Dorgu: Signed from Lecce in January to bolster the defense.
- Martinez’s Impact: 32 appearances this season, with goals vs. Liverpool and Fulham.
β±οΈ Déjà Vu for Licha:
Almost exactly one year after his previous knee injury against West Ham, followed by a calf problem post-recovery.
ποΈ What’s Next for United?
- π FA Cup clash vs. Leicester coming up on Friday.
- π§© Defensive reshuffle needed with Martinez and Shaw sidelined.
π A massive blow for Manchester United. Wishing Licha a speedy recovery! π
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