# Martinez targets Man Utd leadership after comments

> Lisandro Martinez criticizes Manchester United's board, sparking internal turmoil.
- Title: Martinez targets Man Utd leadership after comments · BBC Sport
- Summary: Lisandro Martinez criticizes Manchester United's board, sparking internal turmoil. Lisandro Martinez publicly criticized Manchester United's leadership…
- Keywords: lisandro martinez, manchester united, jason wilcox, man utd, atletico madrid, michael carrick, cristian romero, tottenham, premier league, football, transfer window, left-back
- Source: BBC Sport — https://bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cvp8g57ne53xo
- Published: 2026-10-14T15:30:03.663+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lisandro martinez, manchester united, jason wilcox, man utd, atletico madrid, michael carrick, cristian romero, tottenham, premier league, football, transfer window, left-back
## Martinez criticizes Man Utd leadership
Lisandro Martinez publicly criticized Manchester United's leadership structure after a 2-0 loss to Atletico Madrid.

> I expect more from our technical director.
## Wilcox under scrutiny again
Jason Wilcox, Manchester United's director of football, faces renewed criticism following Martinez's comments.
## Martinez's post-match comments
Martinez refused to deflect from criticism of United's transfer window during four interviews with CBS.

> We don't have the best squad at the moment compared to other top teams.
## Martinez's contract status
Martinez's contract expires at the end of the season, with United having an option to extend it by one year.
## Internal club tensions
Head coach Michael Carrick faces increased scrutiny after Martinez's comments.
## Wilcox's role and challenges
Jason Wilcox, 55, has been criticized for interfering in coaching decisions despite his role as director of football.

> I am a coach at heart, even though I know I have a different job now.
## Recruitment strategy concerns
Sources question United's recruitment strategy, particularly the signing of Youri Tielemans for £35m.
## Ineos ownership issues
Manchester United's minority owner Ineos faces criticism over ticket pricing and stadium plans.
## Financial strain
United's overall debt stands at £1.1bn, with fans criticizing spending on a new stadium.
## Recent managerial changes
Erik ten Hag was sacked after nine Premier League games in 2024, and Amorim left after 20 matches last season.
## Key takeaway

Lisandro Martinez publicly criticized Manchester United's leadership structure after a 2-0 loss to Atletico Madrid, creating tension within the club.