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Lisandro Martinez Apologises for Outburst
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez apologises for outburst after Champions League loss.
In brief
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez apologises for outburst after Champions League loss. Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez apologised for his outburst after the Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid, stating he met with club leadership to discuss the incident. Originally reported by Sky Sports.
Martinez Outburst After Loss
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez criticised the club's hierarchy after their Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid.
“Awful and disrespectful”
Apology Statement
Martinez issued an apology for his outburst, stating he met with club leadership to discuss the incident.
“Today I met with the club's leadership and the manager.”
Apology Details
Martinez apologised for expressing frustration at the wrong time and said he expected more from 'upstairs' after the loss.
“The frustration of the defeat led me to express how I felt at a time and place that perhaps were not the right ones”
Club Leadership Meeting
Martinez met with Jason Wilcox, Michael Carrick, and CEO Omar Berrada on Thursday after the Champions League loss.
“It was a very positive conversation, where we were able to exchange views and speak openly about what happened after Tuesday's game.”
Contract Status
Martinez's contract expires in the summer, with no confirmed extension after the outburst.
“There are real doubts about whether Martinez's contract will be extended when it expires in the summer.”
Transfer Interest
Martinez has been keen to leave Manchester United for some time, previously pushing for a move to Atletico Madrid.
“In the summer, he pushed for a move to Atletico Madrid, the side that beat United in the Champions League on Tuesday night”
Next Steps
Manchester United will focus on revamping their defence ahead of the next transfer window.
“Manchester United will focus on revamping their defence in the next transfer windows”
The takeaway
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez apologised for his outburst after the Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid, stating he met with club leadership to discuss the incident.
