Manchester United have confirmed that Lisandro Martinez has sustained an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.
He picked up the injury during last Sunday’s 0-2 loss at the hands of Crystal Palace.
In the second half, just moments after the Eagles took the lead courtesy of Jean-Philippe Mateta, Martinez engaged in a challenge with Ismaila Sarra and appeared to jar his left knee as he tried to turn.
He immediately hit the floor in pain. There was a lengthy pause as United’s medical staff attended to him. It soon became clear he wouldn’t be able to carry on and was stretchered off while crying.
Earlier this week, TyC journalist Gaston Edul revealed that Martinez tore his anterior cruciate ligament and now, this has been confirmed by United.
The club has issued a statement that reads, “Manchester United can confirm that Lisandro Martinez suffered an injury to his cruciate ligament in Sunday’s game against Crystal Palace.”
“Assessment of the injury is ongoing to determine the appropriate course of treatment and the timescale for his rehabilitation.”
“Everyone at Manchester United wishes Lisandro Martinez strength for a successful recovery and we will be supporting him every step of the way.”
After featuring only 14 times across the 2023/24 season due to three injury setbacks, Martinez has been a key player this term under both Erik ten Hag and Ruben Amorim.
The World Cup winner has made 32 appearances across all competitions and has started all 20 Premier League matches he has been available for.
Martinez’s absence leaves Amorim with Harry Maguire, Lenny Yoro, Victor Lindelof, Matthijs de Ligt and new signing Ayden Heaven as his centre-back options.
Jonny Evans is also out with a fitness issue.
United are back in action on Friday when they take on Leicester City in the fourth round of the FA Cup. After that, they travel to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, February 16.
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