Manchester United have confirmed that Lisandro Martinez has sustained a cruciate ligament injury, likely ruling him out for the remainder of the season.
🚨 Injury Details:
📅 Injured: During United's 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.
🦵 Incident: Left knee buckled late in the match, carried off on a stretcher.
📝 Club Statement:“Assessment of the injury is ongoing to determine the appropriate course of treatment and rehabilitation timeframe.”
💬 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.”
⚠️ 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.
⏱️ Déjà Vu for Licha:
Almost exactly one year after his previous knee injury against West Ham, followed by a calf problem post-recovery.
🗓️ What’s Next for United?
🏆 FA Cup clash vs. Leicester coming up on Friday.
🧩 Defensive reshuffle needed with Martinez and Shaw sidelined.
💔 A massive blow for Manchester United. Wishing Licha a speedy recovery! 🙏
