Lisandro Martinez, Manchester United defender, has been sidelined for a minimum of eight weeks due to a knee injury.

Lisandro Martinez’s unfortunate injury during Manchester United’s 3-0 win over West Ham has led to concerns about his absence from the squad. The 26-year-old defender, who only recently returned from a long-term foot injury in January, has now been ruled out for at least eight weeks due to ligament damage in his right knee. The incident occurred as Martinez tangled with Vladimir Coufal in an attempt to shield the ball out for a goal-kick in the second half at Old Trafford. Despite initially trying to continue playing, Martinez was eventually forced to leave the pitch and subsequent assessments confirmed the nature of his injury.

Erik ten Hag, while discussing the situation, expressed his concern over the potential severity of the injury, referring to it as a “personal disaster.” This setback undoubtedly comes as a blow to the Manchester United squad, especially considering Martinez’s recent return and the positive impact he had on the team’s performance. Since his comeback, the team won three matches and secured a draw in four games, demonstrating his influence on the field.

Nevertheless, Manchester United still boasts an impressive lineup of center-backs, including talented players such as Raphael Varane, Harry Maguire, Jonny Evans, and Victor Lindelof, who recently returned to the squad after recovering from an injury. This depth in the squad provides some reassurance regarding defensive options in Martinez’s absence. It will be interesting to see how the team adapts to this temporary setback and continues to perform at the highest level without one of their key defensive assets.